World Cup 2026 (Q): Zimbabwe's squad list with the grand return of Knowledge Musona

The Zimbabwe coach officially announced on Wednesday, March 12, the list of players called up for the matches against Benin and Nigeria. The squad selected by Michael Nees is notably marked by the grand return of Knowledge Musona.

The Zimbabwe coach surprised many by recalling Knowledge Musona. Three years after his international retirement, the Al-Okhdood striker in Saudi Arabia has agreed to return to the national team. The 34-year-old is back to bring his experience to the Warriors' squad for the clashes against the Cheetahs of Benin and the Super Eagles of Nigeria.

The complete Zimbabwe squad list against Benin and Nigeria

Goalkeepers: Washington Arubi (Marumo Gallants), Marley Tavaziva (Brentford), Martin Mapisa (MWOS FC)

Defenders: Jordan Zemura (Udinese), Divine Lunga (Sundowns), Gerald Takwara (Al Minaa SC), Munashe
Garananga (FC Copenhagen, Isheanesu Mauchi (Simba Bhora), Peter Muduhwa (Scotland), Godknows Murwira (Scotland), Emmanuel Jalai (Dynamos)

Midfielders: Marshall Munetsi (Wolves), Andy Rinomhota (Cardiff City), Marvelous Nakamba (Luton Town), Mihood), Tawanda Chirewa (Huddersfield), Knowledge Musona (Al-Okhdood), Tawanda Chirewa (Huddersfield Town)

Forwards: Prince Dube (Young Africans), Tawanda Maswanhise (Motherwell), Terrence Dzvukamanja (Supersport United), Tymon Machope (Scotland), Walter Musona (Scotland)

Lydiane N'Po |

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