Warriors New Coach Marian Marinica Speaks Out After Team Loses 3–1 to Algeria

Warriors Coach Marian Marinica Speaks Out After 3–1 Defeat to Algeria

Zimbabwe’s national football team, the Warriors, endured a tough outing in their friendly against Algeria, falling 3–1 in a match that highlighted areas needing improvement under new coach Marian Marinica.

All three goals came in the first half as Algeria controlled the game from start to finish.

Marinica Critiques Team’s Work Ethic

Speaking after the match, Marinica admitted that his players did not meet the work ethic he expects.

“I think our work ethic wasn’t there in the first half. I don’t think my players worked hard enough in the way I expect,” he said, acknowledging the need for greater intensity and focus moving forward.

Respect for Algeria Despite Absences

The coach also praised Algeria, noting that despite missing several senior players, they fielded a strong side.

“They had many senior players absent, but they still had a very good team, coach, and personnel,” Marinica added, showing respect for the quality of the opposition.

Looking Ahead

The defeat marks a challenging start for Marinica’s tenure, but the coach remains focused on improving team performance ahead of future matches and competitions.

Here are some of the reactions;

@Abraham Manyuni;

Coach is right.players need to work hard

@Tatenda Chagwiza;

Change of coaches can demotivate players too; so he must not say they did not give their best. Maybe they’re still adjusting to the new set up.

@Edson Tafadzwa Mzite Zvarova;

Those guys didn’t show any energy at all and he is correct..Ma players acho haana ka that

@Lucky MNjini;

He’s right, the second half was much better.. If they had played like that in the first half, th result could have been different

@Themba Rafunya;

Maplayers tinawo but selection chete Makadzinga Nees …bhora raNees rainakidza kuona manje iri rekudefenda kusvika 90min dzapera

@Pride Nenohwe;