The Zimbabwe national football team, affectionately known as the Warriors, is set to host their 2024 CHAN qualifier against Eswatini at the Obedi Itani Chilume Stadium in Francistown, Botswana. This crucial first-round match is scheduled for Sunday, October 27, at 3 PM CAT.

In preparation for the encounter, the Warriors’ training camp will commence on Tuesday in Harare. The team will travel to Botswana a few days before the match to finalize their preparations. Notably, assistant coach Takesure Chiragwi will lead the squad, which predominantly comprises U20 and U23 players, emphasizing the team’s focus on youth development.

The winner of this tie will advance to face Madagascar in the second round. Madagascar received a bye in the first round and awaits the outcome of the Warriors’ match to determine their next opponent. The overall winner of the second round will secure a spot in the CHAN finals, scheduled to take place from February 1 to 28, 2025, across Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania.

Warriors Squad Overview

Goalkeepers:

Donovan Bernard (Chicken Inn)

Joseph Kaunda (Manica Diamonds)

Defenders:

Godknows Murwira (Caps United)

Allan Chapinduka (TelOne FC)

Anotidaishe Gwatidzo (Yadah FC)

Thubelihle Jubani (Manica Diamonds)

Zibusiso Ruguchu (Herentals)

Blessing Kagudu (Herentals)

Chris Mukumbira (Bikita Minerals)

Midfielders:

Brian Banda (FC Platinum)

Blessed Ndereki (Yadah FC)

Mthokozisi Msebe (Simba Bhora)

McKinnon Mushore (Highlanders)

Tinashe Mashaireni (Kwekwe United)

Denzel Mapuwa (Green Fuel)

Enock Moyo (Bikita Minerals)