Nees to name squad for upcoming friendlies

Zimbabwe national soccer team head coach, Michael Nees, is set to announce the squad for the upcoming friendly matches against Morocco and Niger on June 6th and 10th, respectively. The matches, scheduled to be played in Morocco, will provide a crucial opportunity for the team to fine-tune their combinations ahead of the Africa Cup of Nations later this year and the World Cup qualifiers.

Nees is expected to use these friendly encounters to further blend his squad, trying out new combinations and giving opportunities to eligible players that can add value to the Warriors squad. One player who is expected to be included in the squad is Bill Antonio, who recently scored a goal in Belgium and has been gradually reintegrated into the KV Mechelen first team squad after a long injury layoff.

The friendly matches are a welcome development for Zimbabwean football, coming after the country failed to capitalise on previous FIFA calendar opportunities to organise friendly games. The Nqobile Magwizi-led administration’s efforts to arrange high-profile friendly encounters are a step in the right direction, providing the team with valuable experience and exposure.

These matches will give Nees a chance to assess his team’s strengths and weaknesses, identify areas for improvement, and make informed decisions about the squad’s composition ahead of major tournaments.

With the Africa Cup of Nations and World Cup qualifiers on the horizon, the Zimbabwean Warriors will be looking to make a strong impression and prove themselves as a force to be reckoned with in African football.