Zimbabwe Names Squad For November Friendlies Against Algeria & Qatar In Marian Marinica’s First Test

Zimbabwe Warriors Squad Revealed For Marinica’s First Test

The Zimbabwe Football Association has officially announced the players who will represent the country in two crucial international friendlies this month. The release marks the first squad selected by newly appointed head coach Marian Marinica, signalling the beginning of a new technical era for the Warriors. T

he upcoming matches against Algeria and Qatar are widely viewed as essential preparation for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco. The 24-man list features a balanced mix of established stars and emerging talent, all eager to make a strong impression on the new boss.

Marinica’s Maiden Squad Selection

ZIFA revealed the squad on Friday, 7 November 2025, through an official press statement. This first selection offers a clear glimpse into Marinica’s tactical thinking and the direction he intends to take the national team. The Romanian coach will work alongside assistant coach Kaitano Tembo, with Pernel Charles Mckop responsible for the goalkeepers.

Below is the full list named by ZIFA:

Goalkeepers

Washington Arubi (Marumo Gallants FC)
Elvis Chipezeze (Magesi FC)
Martin Mapisa (MWOS FC)

Defenders
4. Gerald Takwara (Al Ittihad Misurata SC, Libya)
5. Munashe Garananga (FC Copenhagen)
6. Godknows Murwira (Scottland FC)
7. Emmanuel Jalai (Dynamos FC)
8. Teenage Hadebe (FC Cincinnati)
9. Divine Lunga (Mamelodi Sundowns FC)
10. Brandon Galloway (Plymouth Argyle FC)

Midfielders
11. Jonah Fabisch (FC Erzgebirge Aue)
12. Tawanda Chirewa (Wolverhampton Wanderers FC)
13. Marvelous Nakamba (Luton Town FC)
14. Sean Fusire (Sheffield Wednesday FC)
15. Prosper Padera (SJK Seinajoki)
16. Jordan Zemura (Udinese)
17. Daniel Msendami (Marumo Gallants FC)

Strikers
18. Knowledge Musona (Scottland FC)
19. Tymon Machope (Scottland FC)
20. Prince Dube (Young Africans SC)
21. Washington Navaya (TelOne FC)
22. Tawanda Maswanhise (Motherwell FC)
23. Bill Antonio (KV Mechelen)
24. Walter Musona (Scottland FC)

Focus On Forthcoming Challenges

The Warriors’ performances against Algeria and Qatar will serve as a key measuring tool for assessing squad cohesion, tactical adaptability, and overall readiness for AFCON 2025. Zimbabwe has been drawn in a formidable Group B featuring Egypt, Angola, and South Africa. With competition for places fierce, each player will be desperate to secure a spot in the final tournament squad.

For Marinica, the pressure begins immediately. These friendlies will be the first indication of whether his ideas can translate into performances strong enough to convince fans, players, and administrators that he is the right man for the job.