Sports News of Wednesday, 12 March 2025

Source: www.mynigeria.com

2026 WCQ: Zimbabwe head coach names 23-man squad for Super Eagles clash

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Zimbabwe head coach Michael Nees has unveiled his final 23-man squad for the upcoming FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Nigeria and Benin Republic.

The list, released on Wednesday, March 12, includes notable names such as Udinese defender Jordan Zemura, Wolverhampton Wanderers' Marshall Munetsi, and experienced forward Walter Musona.

However, a significant omission is captain Marvelous Nakamba, who was excluded due to injury.

Zimbabwe will face Gernot Rohr's Benin Republic side on Thursday, March 20, at the Moses Mabhida Stadium in Durban.

The Warriors will then take on the Super Eagles in their next fixture on Tuesday, March 25, at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium.

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