2026 World Cup Qualifiers: 'South Africa Clash Is More Than A Match' -Zimbabwe

2026 World Cup Qualifiers: 'South Africa Clash Is More Than A Match' -Zimbabwe

Sampson Adedeji

Zimbabwe have billed their upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against South Africa as “more than a match,” BSNSports.com.ng reports.

The Warriors are set to face Bafana Bafana on Friday before taking on Lesotho on Monday, with both fixtures counting towards Group C.

Although Michael Nees’ men are no longer in contention for a World Cup spot, they are determined to restore pride and end their campaign on a positive note after suffering consecutive defeats to Benin and Rwanda last month.

In a statement shared on the Zimbabwe Football Association (ZIFA) Facebook page, the team confirmed that preparations are complete, with the entire squad in camp and morale high ahead of the crucial encounter.

“Morale is high, spirits are strong, and the team is determined to deliver a performance that restores pride and signals Zimbabwe’s football renaissance,” the statement read.

ZIFA also quoted one of the senior players as saying: “This is more than a match it’s about showing Africa that Zimbabwe is on the rise.”