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Former Warriors coach Norman Mapeza has hit back at criticism suggesting that he intentionally sought to frustrate European-born players during the Four Nations tournament in Malawi last month by giving them limited game time.
Mapeza faced criticism for providing limited playing time to members of the “British Brigade,” including Tawanda Maswanhise, Joey Phuthi, Tivonge Rushesha, Shane Maroodza, and Marley Tavaziva.
The 52-year-old who played for several clubs in the Turkish Super Lig, including Galatasaray S.K., Ankaragücü, Altay S.K., and Malatyaspor, said he assessed the players and established that they were not yet ready for the national team. He said:
<blockquote>
I did my assessments and saw that some of these guys are not ready yet to play for the national team.
They (the players) had come from the UK and some people were not happy they did not play. So, they look for stories.
They have their agendas which have nothing to do with football.
At the end of the day, this is Zimbabwean football, it’s not about me. Maybe they have someone they want, who they can tell what to do and who to play. But that does not develop Zimbabwean football.
I searched for information on all these players that came here. Apart from a few, they play mostly in the Under-21s.
What I may recommend is that we start them at the Under-23 level and we develop them from there. I tell you we will have a good team in the future.
But it was like I was the problem. But what’s important is the development of Zimbabwean football more than the attacks on Mapeza or anyone.
In life, we only plan and God decides. Even if people say we don’t want Mapeza as national team coach, I don’t have a problem with that.
Whoever comes after me I will support him because what we want is Zimbabwean football.
</blockquote>
The ZIFA Normalisation Committee has not yet appointed a permanent Warriors coach, or even a coach who will guide the team during the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers.
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Majority Of European-Born Players Not Ready To Play For Warriors - Mapeza

Udinese Calcio fullback Jordan Zemura has reportedly vowed to never accept national team call-ups if Norman Mapeza remains the Warriors coach.
Mapeza, who was appointed Warriors caretaker coach in March, is accused of subjecting players to “military-style” physical sessions at the Four Nations Tournament in Malawi.
A source within the Zemura camp, who preferred anonymity, was cited as saying the “British Brigade” left Malawi feeling unwanted. Said the source, as quoted by <a href="https://www.hmetro.co.zw/zemura-drops-bombshell-questions-mapezas-style/">H-Metro</a>:
<blockquote>
Jordan is no longer coming for any future Zimbabwe national team matches as long as Mapeza is the coach. He will be unavailable.
There is a fierce war from the coach to frustrate the Europe-born-and-bred players and Zemura has decided to stand up against that.
This is something he has kept close to his chest because he is a patient and quiet guy but he can’t keep on putting a lid on something that has serious repercussions on national sport.
The Malawi treatment was enough for him to make a decision.
These boys network very much. They exchange notes and experiences. The country risks losing out on potential future national team players if this is not looked into.
Jordan is not about football politics and he regards Mapeza highly although he has serious reservations about his management style.
</blockquote>
The British Brigade refers to Zimbabwean footballers who were born in the United Kingdom. These players have a strong attachment to Zimbabwe and aspire to represent the Warriors.
They include Tivonge Rushesha, Jordan Zemura, Kundai Benyu, Cliff Moyo, Dougie Nyaupembe, Andy Rinomhota, Brendan Galloway, David Moyo, Shepherd Murombedzi, Munashe Sundire, Reiss Nelson, Tristan Ryan Nydam, Macauley Bonne, Tendayi Darikwa, Adam Chicksen, and Admiral Muskwe.
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Jordan Zemura Wants Mapeza Out Of Warriors Job | Report

Wiesław Grabowski, a prominent Polish football coach with a lasting impact on Zimbabwean football, advocates for Norman Mapeza’s appointment to the Warriors position on a long-term basis.
Mapeza assumed the role of interim coach for the Warriors, overseeing their participation in a Four-Nation friendly tournament in Malawi this month.
Grabowski’s reputation lies in his ability to spot young Zimbabwean talents who eventually achieved stardom, including Gift Muzadzi and Norman Mapeza.
His astute talent assessment played a pivotal role in shaping the careers of other notable footballers, such as Lloyd Chitembwe, Edelbert Dinha, Alois Bunjira, and Stewart Murisa.
According to H-Metro, Grabowski lauds Mapeza as an intelligent coach with experience playing football at the highest European level. He said:
<blockquote>
A national team coach needs more time with the players for them to get to understand his ideas, tactics and philosophy.
This is not an overnight thing, you need to give the coach a long-term contract, draft your objectives and also make it clear how you intend to achieve those goals.
As a nation, we should also be playing more friendly matches, if ZIFA fail to get a sparring team, they can even arrange a match against a Premier Soccer League select squad or something.
Mapeza is an intelligent coach, he played football at the highest level in Europe and also captained the Warriors.
He also won Premier Soccer League titles here in Zimbabwe, so in terms of his CV the guy is well-positioned.
</blockquote>
Mapeza has won four league titles, one with Monomotapa and three with FC Platinum.
Grabowski also defended Mapeza whose performances on the international scene have been criticised. He said:
<blockquote>
Yes, Mapeza may be blamed by some for not playing some players in the friendly matches but with time everything will fall into the right place.
Coaches keep learning from situations, so people should also allow Mapeza to learn.
But, learning needs time and patience something that is lacking in our football.
We always want to go for quick-fix solutions and when we fail, we end up being like someone who has jumped into a swimming pool without water.
</blockquote>
Grabowski’s most remarkable achievement in Zimbabwe was guiding Darryn T to victory in the 1992 Zimbabwe Cup. The team, composed of young players, defeated CAPS United 4-0 in the final.
His philosophy emphasizes giving opportunities to young players to showcase their talent.
Grabowski led the Zimbabwe Under-23 team to a silver medal at the 1995 All-Africa Games.
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Wieslaw Grabowski Urges ZIFA To Give Mapeza Warriors Job On A Fulltime Basis

Warriors’ interim coach, Norman Mapeza, anticipates his players will maintain the same determined mindset they displayed against Zambia as they face the Harambee Stars of Kenya in the Four Nations Invitational Tournament final this Tuesday afternoon.
During the semi-final clash with Zambia last Saturday, the Warriors found themselves trailing 2-0 after just 24 minutes.
However, they rallied to secure a 2-2 draw and ultimately triumphed 6-5 in the penalty shootout.
Meanwhile, in the other semi-final, Kenya convincingly defeated Malawi with a resounding 4-0 victory.
Addressing the media, Mapeza expressed eagerness to take on Kenya, even though he admits to having limited knowledge about their team. He said:
<blockquote>
It’s much about self-belief. It’s much about the group. It was not about individuals, but the whole group, and that is football.
Football is different from tennis. In tennis, you are always alone on the court.
But football is about collective effort and the guys showed that against Zambia and l am more than happy.
I am looking forward to the same mentality and the same approach when we face Kenya.
We last played Kenya some years ago. Coming to the rankings, l wasn’t looking much into that. I was concentrating much on club football so l wasn’t reading into FIFA rankings.
However, l last played against Kenya in the CECAFA Cup and it was years ago. They have changed. They were fantastic in their game two days ago.
The speed and the way they attacked with their wing play were solid, and we can look forward to an entertaining game against them. We are ready.
</blockquote>
The tournament serves as a crucial component in the lead-up to the resumption of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers in June.
When questioned about the Warriors’ matches post-tournament, Mapeza expressed uncertainty regarding his future as the national team’s head coach, given his current interim appointment.
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Warriors Ready For Harambee Stars - Mapeza

The ZIFA Normalisation Committee says it will soon be announcing a substantive coach to guide the senior national team (The Warriors) in their 2026 FIFA World Cup and 2025 AFCON qualifiers.
ZIFA on Tuesday, 12 March announced the re-appointment of FC Platinum coach Norman Mapeza on an interim basis.
In the absence of a substantive coach, ZIFA appointed Mapeza to take charge of the Warriors just for the duration of the four-team tournament in Malawi next week
The tournament involves Zimbabwe, Zambia, Kenya and hosts Malawi from 18 to 26 March.
The tournament is aimed at helping participating countries prepare for the resumption of the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers in June.
Mapeza will be assisted by reigning Castle Lager Coach of the Year and Ngezi Platinum coach, Takesure Chiragwi.
In response to an inquiry by <a href="https://www.herald.co.zw/warriors-substantive-coach-soon/">Zimpapers Sports</a>, ZIFA said a substantive head coach and technical team will be announced soon. ZIFA said:
<blockquote>
The association will soon be announcing a substantive head coach and technical team to oversee the Warriors FIFA World Cup qualifiers and AFCON qualifying campaign.
</blockquote>
ZIFA also appointed Orlando Pirates reserve team coach Simon Marange as the new Head Coach of the U20 men’s Zimbabwe national team.
Marange signed a long-term contract that is, however, performance-based.
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Warriors Substantive Coach "Soon" - ZIFA

Interim Warriors coach Norman Mapeza has named a squad for the four-nation tournament to be played this month in Malawi during the international break.
The tournament which will be played in Lilongwe from 18 to 26 March, features hosts Malawi, Kenya, Zambia and Zimbabwe.
The squad include the likes of Macauley Bonne, Shane Maroodza and Miley Tavaziva who all play in England.
However, Warriors captain Marvelous Nakamba and winger Bill Antonio will miss the tournament as they are both injured.
Here is the squad for the four-nation tournament:
GOALKEEPERS
Martin Mapisa (Dynamos), Donovan Bernard (Chicken Inn), Marley Tavaziva (Brentford B).
DEFENDERS
Shane Maroodza (Huddersfield Town), Divine Lunga (Mamelodi Sundowns), Gerald Takwara (Ohod FC), Kevin Moyo (Dynamos), Teenage Hadebe (Tumosan Konyaspor), Peter Muduhwa (Highlanders), Munashe Garananga (KV Mechelen), Emmanuel Jalai (Dynamos), Jordan Zemura (Udinese Calcio), Joey Phuthi (Sheffield Wednesday)
MIDFIELDERS
Marshall Munetsi (Stade de Rheims) Junior Makunike (Simba Bhora), Andy Rinomhota (Rotherham United), Tivonge Rushesha (Reading), Tawanda Chirewa (Wolverhampton Wanderers), Walter Musona (Simba Bhora)
STRIKERS
Tinotenda Kadewere (FC Nantes), Daniel Msendami (Jwaneng Galaxy), Tawanda Maswanhise (Leicester City), Macauley Bonne (Cambridge United).
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Mapeza Names Warriors Squad For Malawi Tournament

The Zimbabwe Football Association (ZIFA) Normalisation Committee has appointed FC Platinum coach Norman Mapeza as the Warriors coach on a caretaker basis.
In a statement issued this Tuesday, 12 March, ZIFA said Mapeza will be assisted by Ngezi Platinum Stars head coach, Takesure Chiragwi.
Mapeza and Chiragwi are set to lead the Warriors in the upcoming four-nation tournament in Malawi during the international break from 18 to 26 March. Reads the statement:
<blockquote>
ZIFA is pleased to announce that Norman Mapeza has been appointed as the interim head coach of the men’s Zimbabwe national team, for the upcoming four-nations tournament in Malawi.
The tournament which will be played in Lilongwe from the 18th-26th of March, features hosts Malawi, Kenya, Zambia and Zimbabwe.
Norman Mapeza is the current head coach of Zimbabwe Premier League side FC Platinum with whom he has won multiple league titles.
He is also a former national team captain and has had several stints as head coach of the men’s senior national team.
Norman Mapeza will be assisted by Ngezi Platinum Stars head coach, Takesure Chiragwi.
</blockquote>
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Norman Mapeza Appointed Interim Warriors Coach

Former Warriors coach Norman Mapeza says the issue of stadiums needs to be addressed before the start of the FIFA World Cup 2026 African Qualifiers to ensure that the Warriors play their home matches at home.
The FC Platinum coach, who was the last national team coach before FIFA suspended Zimbabwe from international football in early 2022, when he took to the Warriors to the 2021 AFCON finals in Cameroon, said the country’s stadium crisis worries him.
Speaking ahead of his side’s Castle Lager Premier Soccer League game against Yadah at Mandava Stadium on Saturday, <a href="https://www.soccer24.co.zw/2023/07/14/the-stadia-issue-needs-to-be-fixed-first/">Mapeza said</a>:
<blockquote>
I’m still worried if you look at our stadiums issue at the moment. I understand the games will be played in November.
I was reading the paper today (yesterday) and our Minister of Sport (Kirsty Coventry) said maybe within the next three or four weeks, the National Sports Stadium will be done.
So it means maybe the bucket seats will be there because it will be unfortunate for us to get the reprieve but we end up relocating to South Africa to play our World Cup qualifiers there.
People want to watch football, look at the support the cricket team was getting. We also need that type of support in our football.
The stadia issue needs to be fixed first then maybe we can start saying: “We are back in it now.”
But for the time being, it’s still a 50-50 situation. We are in, but where are we going to play the football?
But apart from that, I think everybody is happy, we are all excited that we have been given the reprieve and we just hope everything goes well for us.
</blockquote>
Zimbabwe were placed in Group C in the 2026 FIFA World Cup African qualifiers in the draw held in the Ivory Coast on Thursday.
The group also has Nigeria, South Africa, Benin, Rwanda and Lesotho.
The group winners will automatically qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which will be co-hosted by the United States and Mexico.
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Stadia Crisis Worries Mapeza As Warriors Discover 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers Opponents

FC Platinum coach Norman Mapeza has said the three-week Premier Soccer League (PSL) break was a blessing in disguise.
Mapeza said the break, despite coming at a time when they were starting to grind out results, enabled the team to work on weaknesses and launched the defence of their title.
Speaking ahead of the matchday 13 round of fixtures this weekend where FC Platinum face Chicken Inn at Mandava Stadium, <a href="https://www.newsday.co.zw/sport/article/200013385/mapeza-buoyant-ahead-of-chicken-inn-clash">Mapeza said</a>:
<blockquote>
The break came as a blessing in disguise for us because it gave us ample time to sort out a few things.
We are going to face a good side with a good coach but we have been preparing for this game.
They are former champions, but that won’t count for us. The right mentality and physic will play a key role for us on Saturday.
</blockquote>
The Zvishavane-based club had a slow start that saw them fall behind Ngezi Platinum Stars and Highlanders.
On the PSL standings, FC Platinum are in fourth position with 21 points on their tally.
Ngezi Platinum Stars lead the back with 23 points, while Highlanders and Chicken Inn follow, respectively.
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Premier Soccer League Break A Blessing In Disguise - Mapeza

FC Platinum coach Norman Mapeza said that his team is not ready to take part in the CAF Champions League and should use the current FIFA ban to build a team that can compete at that level.
Pure Platinum Play, who won the Premier Soccer League title in the past four seasons, is still far behind other regular CAF Champions League perennial contenders, according to Mapeza. He said:
<blockquote>
It’s sad for our football but l have to be honest, as much as we want to compete in the CAF Champions League, we are still lagging behind.
If Zimbabwe was not suspended by FIFA we were going to play but deep down in my heart l know we are not ready for that stage. I have seen top teams in Africa and we are not at that level.
If you look at Morocco and where they are in terms of football, they are too far away.
What their national team did at the World Cup shows a clear picture of the work they are doing. We are still far behind.
</blockquote>
Mapeza said his current squad is still young and needs time to grow and be in a position to take on continental powerhouses. He said:
<blockquote>
Of course, we want to go to the African Safari but does it make sense for us to go out there and get hammered five or six goals, what will people say? We are not yet ready.
We have to start from somewhere and go step by step up the ladder. In football, it’s like a graph you start from stage zero going up.
We don’t want to go there when l still feel we are not there yet. We can talk of getting experience but do you think you can get experience when you get hammered 10, psychologically you all get affected.
The squad we had in 2018 l feel if they were still here we could have gone far but these guys we have now are still young.
There will be time l feel now we have a squad that can go there and gives us what we want.
</blockquote>
| <a href="https://www.chronicle.co.zw/watch-fc-platinum-not-ready-for-caf-champions-league/">Chronicle</a>

FC Platinum Not Ready For CAF Champions League - Mapeza

<a href="https://www.newsday.co.zw/2022/05/3096224744100129/">NewsDay reports</a> that Zimbabwe could appoint former Botswana coach, Adel Amrouche, to be the next <a href="https://www.pindula.co.zw/Zimbabwe_National_Football_Team">Warriors</a> head coach.
The reports come shortly before the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifying campaign which begins in early June.
Zimbabwe host Liberia in their opening Group K qualifier on June 9 before travelling to South Africa four days later. Morocco complete the group.
The <a href="https://www.pindula.co.zw/Zimbabwe_Football_Association_(ZIFA)">Zimbabwe Football Association (ZIFA)</a> is yet to appoint a coach after the expiry of <a href="https://www.pindula.co.zw/Norman_Mapeza">Norman Mapeza</a>’s contract early this year amid reports that the association is in talks with several coaches, including Amrouche.
Sources say while Mapeza remains ZIFA’s preferred candidate for the country’s top coaching job, ZIFA could not tie him down because of his club commitments forcing them to look elsewhere.
Reports suggest that a Warriors squad set to be announced next week for the two matches against Liberia and South Africa has already been selected and invitation letters have already been sent to the players.
Warriors general manager <a href="https://www.pindula.co.zw/Wellington_Mpandare">Wellington Mpandare</a> yesterday cleared the air on the squad selection.
<blockquote>
What we did since the coach is yet to be appointed was to write invitation letters to all our foreign-based players so that we don’t fall foul to rules that demand us to write to their clubs within a specific timeline for them to be released for international duty. The incoming coach will then pick players from that pool.
</blockquote>
NewsDay Sport Weekender reports that other prospective candidates for the job are:
<blockquote>
a). former Warriors coach <a href="https://www.pindula.co.zw/Joey_Antipas">Joey Antipas</a> of Chicken Inn, 
b). Caps United’s <a href="https://www.pindula.co.zw/Lloyd_Chitembwe">Lloyd Chitembwe</a>, and 
c). <a href="https://www.pindula.co.zw/Rodwell_Dhlakama">Rodwell Dhlakama</a>, ZPC Kariba coach.
</blockquote>
Negotiations with some of the candidates have already started and are expected to be concluded this weekend and will be followed by an announcement early next week.
<h2>Amrouche’s brief profile:</h2>
<blockquote>
i). The 54-year-old Belgo-Algerian was in charge of the Botswana national team and left after failing to lead the team to the 2021 Afcon finals.
ii). The Algerian born holds a Uefa trainer licence and has a very long CV.
iii). He began his managerial career in 1988, coaching youth teams in Algeria including OMR El Annasser, USM Alger and RC Kouba.
iv). At club level, he coached Algerian giants USM Alger and MC Alger as well as Congolese club Daring Motema Pembe.
v). His stints with national teams include coaching Burundi and he oversaw the team when they beat the Warriors 2-1 in the 2013 Afcon qualifier.
vi). He has also coached Kenya and Libya before joining the Botswana national team. 
vii). He drew and lost to <a href="https://www.pindula.co.zw/Zdravko_Logarusic">Zdravko Logarusic</a>‘s Warriors.
</blockquote>
Zimbabwe’s participation in the qualifiers is, however, in doubt as the country is currently banned by Fifa from all international engagements.
The government, through the <a href="https://www.pindula.co.zw/Sports_and_Recreation_Commission">Sports and Recreation Commission (SRC)</a>, is reportedly filing an appeal with the Court of Arbitration for Sport against Fifa’s ban, which could pave the way for the Warriors to participate in the qualifiers.
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Warriors Coach: "ZIFA Talking To 4 Candidates Including A Foreign Coach"

FC Platinum coach Norman Mapeza says the standard of football in the country has gone down over the years with the majority of teams playing one route football.
The former Warriors coach made the assessment following his club’s 2-0 win over Bulawayo City in a Premier Soccer League match at the weekend. Said Mapeza:
<blockquote>
I have to be honest, the quality of football has gone down massively. Of course, there are teams that have been winning, but their performances… most teams in the league can’t play three, four or five passes.
It’s just two passes, ball forward, two touches and then ball forward.
</blockquote>
Mapeza blamed club owners who demand immediate results at the expense of quality for the declining football standards.
He, however, commended Bulawayo City coached by Philani Ncube for playing passing football. Mapeza said:
<blockquote>
We were trying to pass the ball around. They (Bulawayo City) did well, they were passing the ball around also and that is how we want to play our football.
This, from goalkeeper to central striker, is nothing. You might say people are not coming to watch football, but what do you want them to watch?
Teams that can’t even string five passes? Who wants to watch that kind of football?
</blockquote>
Mapeza said the solution lies in going back to the basis, that is, the development of junior football.
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Mapeza Says Local Football Is Unwatchable

Former Warriors coach Norman Mapeza said that he is waiting to hear from the Zimbabwe Football Association (ZIFA) on the way forward following the expiry of his contract at the just-ended Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Cameroon last week.
The 49-year-old FC Platinum coach had been working on an interim basis since September last year after the sacking of Croatian coach, Zdravko Logarusic.
Speaking to The Herald, Mapeza conceded that his short-term tenure did not work out as he would have wanted.
He was in charge of eight games and won one, drew two and lost five. Mapeza said:
<blockquote>
At the end of the day, I’m not the one who makes decisions.
When I was appointed for those last four matches of the World Cup, of course, the objective was to do well and see how we will progress. But it didn’t work according to my liking.
I thought my contract was done at the end of December but then they (ZIFA) asked me to take the team to AFCON. So the decision definitely lies with them.
We will see what is going to happen. But my wish is for whoever is going to take over, to see our football develop.
I had my opportunity and as I said, statistics don’t lie. There’s no way I’m going to say I won seven out of 10 games. Statistics are clear for everybody to see.
What I wanted to achieve didn’t happen. Everybody wanted us to go there and do well but it didn’t happen and we have to move on.
What is important now is to plan for the future of our football, especially with the national teams.
</blockquote>
Logarusic was in charge of the Warriors at CHAN and COSAFA  tournaments where they performed poorly.
Following uninspiring performances in the Warriors’ first two 2022 World Cup qualifiers, Loga was fired.
Mapeza then took over in September 2021 but managed only one point from the last four World Cup qualifiers.
In spite of his failure to breathe life into the Warriors’ World Cup qualifying campaign, Mapeza’s contract was extended to cover the AFCON tournament in Cameroon.
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Norman Mapeza Waiting On ZIFA

Former Warriors and Dynamos coach Sunday “Mhofu” Chidzambga has backed Norman Mapeza to continue as the national team coach despite his failure to revive the Warriors’ 2022 World Cup qualifying campaign or to reach the knockout stages of the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) finals in Cameroon.
Chidzambga, who took the Warriors to two AFCON finals, in 2004 and 2019, believes that one of the reasons behind the Warriors’ poor performances at tournaments is a lack of continuity in the technical department. Said Chidzambga:
<blockquote>
I think our problem lies in the system we have in place. We don’t have a sound junior policy to ensure we continue to produce more talent.
The other problem is that we keep changing coaches, we don’t believe in continuity.
So it becomes difficult for us to progress as a football nation under these circumstances. Look at Germany, how long have they been with Joachim Löw, 15 years.
I believe Mapeza should be given the chance to continue and we put the right systems in place if we are to succeed as a nation.
</blockquote>
Meanwhile, Mapeza’s contract ended last week following the Warriors’ early exit from AFCON.
<h4>More: <a href="https://www.newsday.co.zw/2022/01/mhofu-backs-mapeza/">NewsDay</a></h4>

Chidzambga Backs Mapeza To Continue As Warriors Coach

The Zimbabwe Football Association (ZIFA) is set to recruit a substantive Warriors coach following the expiry of interim coach Norman Mapeza’s contract.
Mapeza replaced sacked Zdravko Logarusic in September last year and was initially tasked with reviving the Warriors’ 2022 World Cup qualifying campaign but the contract was extended further to cover the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) finals in Cameroon.
The former Warriors captain’s contract ended last week following the Warriors’ early exit from AFCON. ZIFA’s acting head of secretariat, Xolisani Gwesela, said:
<blockquote>
Mapeza’s contract was for this tournament. It was an interim arrangement that was made between him and ZIFA and I can confirm the contract ended at the tournament.
However, it might sound too early now for me to comment further. We will advise the nation of the way forward at the appropriate time.
</blockquote>
Mapeza, who is fully employed by premiership club FC Platinum, was being assisted by Taurayi Mangwiro, Mandla Mpofu and goalkeepers’ coach Energy Murambadoro.
<h4>More: <a href="https://www.herald.co.zw/zifa-hunt-for-mapezas-replacement/">The Herald</a></h4>

Mapeza's Contract Ended At AFCON - ZIFA

The announcement of the 40-man Warriors provisional squad for next month’s Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon has been delayed due to the absence of a national team coach after Norman Mapeza’s contract expired at the end of the 2022 World Cup qualifiers.
The Warriors are scheduled to get into camp in Harare on Thursday and then depart for Cameroon on 29 December but the provisional squad is yet to be announced.
Zimbabwe Football Association (ZIFA) general manager for national teams, Wellington Mpandare said they submitted a squad of 40 players to the Confederation of African Football (CAF) some weeks ago. He said:
<blockquote>
We didn’t have a coach, there were issues that we were just finalising with the head coach, remember he had a contract that expired in December so there were just a few issues that we were sorting out, we have managed to sort those things out.
We will sit down by tomorrow (today) or Monday, come up with a final position on who will be coming into camp on the 23rd.
</blockquote>
Mapeza was initially appointed Warriors coach on an interim basis to finish off Zimbabwe’s remaining 2022 FIFA World Cup qualifiers following the sacking of Zdravko Logarusic in September.
Mpandare also said they are making efforts to register Prince Dube who was initially not part of the provisional squad since he was injured.
Dube, who plays for Azam in Tanzania, is now back playing for his club after spending considerable time sidelined by injury. Said Mpandare:
<blockquote>
Prince (Dube) was a player that was not part of the 40, he was not part of the 40 registered players but we are trying to register him now that he is fit and playing.
We are talking with CAF, I had made a request that we would probably need to add more players because we could not come up with the final 40 because our league was just starting. I think we will be successful in registering him.
</blockquote>
Zimbabwe takes on Senegal on 10 January, and then face Malawi on 14 January before they complete their Group B fixtures against Guinea four days later.
<h4>More: <a href="https://www.sundaynews.co.zw/zifa-still-ironing-out-issues-with-mapeza/">The Sunday News</a></h4>

ZIFA Finalises Sticking Issues With Mapeza

Warriors interim coach Norman Mapeza said the squad for the final FIFA 2022 World Cup qualifiers comprises both experienced and inexperienced players as well as locally-based players as he is already planning for next year’s Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) finals and beyond.
Mapeza named 26 players in the squad to play away to South Africa on 11 November and at home against Ethiopia on 14 November.
The FC Platinum coach said he wants to restore the Warriors’ pride and make local football fans believe in the national team again. Said Mapeza:
<blockquote>
It’s all about assessment and building a team for the AFCON tournament next year.
We need to restore our pride and make Warriors fans believe in our national team again. We also need to start building a team for the future.
That is why we have called in some local players, young players and some senior players for these last two World Cup qualifiers.
</blockquote>
Below is the Warriors squad for the matches against South Africa and Ethiopia:
GOALKEEPERS
Taimon Mvula (Dynamos) Donavan Benard (Chicken Inn) Petros Mhari (FC Platinum)
DEFENDERS
Brendan Galloway (Plymouth Argyle) Tendayi Darikwa (Wigan Athletic) Bruce Kangwa (Azam) Divine Lunga (Mamelodi Sundowns) Takudzwa Chimwemwe (Nkana) Alec Mudimu (Torpedo Kutaisi) Peter Muduwa (Highlanders) Godknows Murwira (Dynamos)
MIDFIELDERS
Marvelous Nakamba (Aston Villa) Kelvin Madzongwe (FC Platinum) Gerald Takwara (Venda Football Academy) Farai Madhanaga (Marumo Gallants) Blessing Sarupinda (Sekhukhune)
Tawanda Maswanhise (Leicester) Thabani Kamusoko (Zesco United) Jonah Fabisch (Hamburger SV) Kudakwashe Mahachi (SuperSport United) Khama Billiat (Kaizer Chiefs) Ismael Wadi (JDR Stars).
STRIKERS
David Moyo (Hamilton Academical) Macauley Bonne (Ipswich Town) Knox Mutizwa (Lamontville Golden Arrows).
<h4>More: <a href="https://news.pindula.co.zw/">Pindula News</a></h4>

Mapeza Focused On Building Warriors Team For The Future

Warriors interim coach Norman Mapeza has named the squad for the final two World Cup qualifiers against South Africa and Ethiopia.
Zimbabwe visit South Africa on 11 November in the penultimate match of the FIFA 2022 World Cup qualifiers before hosting Ethiopia at the National Sports Stadium on 14 November.
The Warriors have failed to make it to the second round of the qualifiers after amassing a single point from four matches.
South Africa and Ghana are battling it out for the top spot in Group G, with Bafana Bafana in the driving seat on 10 points.
Ghana have accumulated 8 points, Ethiopia who are sitting third on the log standings have 3 points while Zimbabwe have 1 point.
Below is the Warriors squad for the two matches:
GOALKEEPERS
Taimon Mvula (Dynamos) Donavan Benard (Chicken Inn) Petros Mhari (FC Platinum)
DEFENDERS
Brendan Galloway (Plymouth Argyle) Tendayi Darikwa (Wigan Athletic) Bruce Kangwa (Azam) Divine Lunga (Mamelodi Sundowns) Takudzwa Chimwemwe (Nkana) Alec Mudimu (Torpedo Kutaisi) Peter Muduwa (Highlanders) Godknows Murwira (Dynamos)
MIDFIELDERS
Marvelous Nakamba (Aston Villa) Kelvin Madzongwe (FC Platinum) Gerald Takwara (Venda Football Academy) Farai Madhanaga (Marumo Gallants) Blessing Sarupinda (Sekhukhune)
Tawanda Maswanhise (Leicester) Thabani Kamusoko(Zesco United) Jonah Fabisch (Hamburger SV) Kudakwashe Mahachi (SuperSport United) Khama Billiat (Kaizer Chiefs) Ismael Wadi (JDR Stars).
STRIKERS
David Moyo (Hamilton Academical) Macauley Bonne(Ipswich Town) Knox Mutizwa (Lamontville Golden Arrows).
<h4>More: <a href="https://news.pindula.co.zw/">Pindula News</a></h4>

Warriors Squad For The Final 2022 World Cup Qualifiers Named

Warriors caretaker coach, Norman Mapeza has picked the team that will play the Black Stars of Ghana in a back-to-back World Cup qualifier matches scheduled for next month.
Wellington Mpandare, the ZIFA general manager in charge of all national teams, who is also the Warriors team manager, said they had already written to the clubs asking for the release of the players. He said:
<blockquote>
The coach has already named the players who will be part of the Warriors team to play against Ghana, in the back-to-back ties, next month.
We have already dispatched letters to the concerned clubs where the players ply their trade.
The squad will be announced in the coming days, after the necessary confirmations are completed.
We are hoping that all the players, who have been chosen by the coach, will travel for the crucial fixtures.
</blockquote>
Mpandare said Mapeza included some local-based players. Former coach Zdravko Logarusic overlooked local-based players due to the inactivity in the local game.
Only Dynamos utility player Godknows Murwira, as well as the FC Platinum duo of William Stima and Silas Songani, were unused substitutes during the goalless draw against South Africa.
With the Chibuku Super Cup resuming next Wednesday, local-based players are expected to be match-fit.
Mpandare also said foreign-based players will fly directly to Ghana.
Mapeza will be hoping to have the UK-based players, among them Marvelous Nakamba, Tendayi Darikwa, Admiral Muskwe, Brendan Galloway and Jordan Zemura.
They were barred by their clubs, from travelling for the matches against South Africa and Ethiopia, because of Covid-19 complications.
Ghana will host the first leg, on October 9, before the two teams clash again, at the National Sports Stadium, three days later.
More: <a href="https://www.herald.co.zw/mapeza-picks-black-stars-battle-team/">The Herald</a>

Mapeza Picks Warriors To Face Ghana, Names To Be Revealed

Warriors interim coach, Norman Mapeza, says there is nothing more to his task than to get the Qatar 2022 campaign back on track.
Mapeza, who also doubles as FC Platinum coach, was named the senior men’s national team coach on Wednesday following the sacking of Zdravko Logarusic on Sunday.
The Croat was axed alongside his assistants, Tonderai Ndiraya, Lloyd Chitembwe, Benjani Mwaruwari as well as goalkeepers’ coach, Tembo Chuma.
Mapeza is being assisted by Triangle coach, Taurai Mangwiro and Mandla Mpofu, while former Warriors goalkeeper Energy “Gokwe” Murambadoro was appointed the goalkeepers’ coach. He said:
<blockquote>
There is really nothing much to talk about at the moment. It is clear to all that the situation had gone bad.
I am only coming in to help revive the campaign. We will try our best and ensure that we achieve just that.
</blockquote>
The appointment in the national team set-up is Mapeza’s fifth after his first stint as the caretaker coach in 2007 then on an interim basis again in 2010.
His first substantive role came in 2011-12 before returning five years later as a caretaker coach at the beginning of the 2019 Afcon Qualifiers.
The most recent spell saw him taking charge of the famous 3-0 victory over Liberia at the National Sports Stadium in Harare to begin the 2019 Afcon Qualifiers.
<h4>More: <a href="https://www.manicapost.co.zw/mapezas-mission-revival/">Manica Post</a>; <a href="https://www.soccer24.co.zw/2021/09/16/mapeza-reveals-targets-after-getting-warriors-job/">Soccer24</a></h4>

Mapeza Speaks On Warriors' Revival Mission

ZIFA have given an update on the search for a new Warriors coach after missing the two deadlines they had promised to make an announcement on Zdravko Logarusic’s replacement.
ZIFA board member, Bryton Malandule, who is the chairman of the technical and development committee told The Herald that he expected an announcement to be made today.
He urged Zimbabweans to be patient saying:
<blockquote>
The board has already set in motion the process of identifying a new set-up to take over the affairs of the senior national football team. We are very confident by tomorrow (today), we should be able to make an announcement. Right now it’s premature for me to go into details because we do not want to jeopardise the processes and the discussions that are currently taking place. As a board member, I have the duty to protect the confidential information that is discussed in meetings, unless I have been given the mandate to speak on the subject. So we are asking for Zimbabweans to be patient, just for the next 24 hours.
</blockquote>
Malandule said although ZIFA does not have much time to search for a substantive coach it was going to do a thorough job in the shortest time possible. He said:
<blockquote>
We know time is not on our side because there are important matches coming up in the next few weeks. But, we still have to do a thorough job in the shortest possible time. Remember, we have short-term and long-term fixes that we need to work on. We need a short-term solution now because we do not have enough time, on our hands, before we play our next game. The long-term thing will obviously be the normal channel, where an advert will be flighted in the media, and we will receive applications which we will work on.
</blockquote>
ZIFA is in the hunt for a new coach after firing Zdravko Logarusic on Sunday after the coach won just one of his 14 matches, in charge.  Reports suggest that ZIFA have approached FC Platinum coach Norman Mapeza to take over as interim coach who will be responsible for the Warriors for the 2022 World Cup Qualifiers. Benjani Mwaruwari is expected to stay in the interim setup.
Sources have said should Mapeza impress, he could be considered to take charge of the 2021 AFCON finals in Cameroon next January.
More: <a href="https://www.herald.co.zw/mapeza-talks-drift-into-extra-day/">Herald</a>

ZIFA Gives Update On Search For New Warriors Coach

Soccer24 reports that ZIFA has approached current FC Platinum coach and Warriors former captain Norman Mapeza for the vacant national team coach job.
ZIFAfinally gave in to public pressure and parted ways with Zdravko Logarusic, who had won only one game in the 14 he took charge of. A source who spoke to Soccer24 said ZIFA had approached Mapeza to replace Logarusic who was dismissed together with his assistants Tonderai Ndiraya, Lloyd Chitembwe, Benjani Mwaruwari and Tembo Chuma.
The source said:
<blockquote>
The board in consensus that Norman Mapeza is the first option for the now vacant head coach post. He has been approached, but it’s not just about us wanting him, he has to be interested as well, so we will see how it goes. We will see if he can be persuaded,
</blockquote>
The downside is Norman Mapeza is still owed money by ZIFA from his previous stints as Warriors coach.  ZIFA chairman Felton Kamambo told The Herald that the football’s governing body’s technical committee was busy with getting in touch with the proposed names. 
He said that the technical committee was given up to today, to come up with the name of a coach, and the announcement will be made today or Tuesday.
More: <a href="https://www.soccer24.co.zw/2021/09/13/zifa-in-talks-with-mapeza-over-vacant-warriors-coach-post/">Soccer24</a>, <a href="https://www.herald.co.zw/why-zifa-fired-hopeless-loga/">Herald</a>

ZIFA In Talks With Norman Mapeza To Replace Zdravko Logarusic As Warriors Coach

FC Platinum has sent a condolence message to their coach Norman Mapeza after he lost his father this afternoon. Using their official Facebook Page FC Platinum.net, the club posted:
<blockquote>
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<div dir="auto"><img alt="🚨" decoding="async" height="16" loading="lazy" src="https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/t45/1/16/1f6a8.png" width="16"/>Condolences<img alt="🚨" decoding="async" height="16" loading="lazy" src="https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/t45/1/16/1f6a8.png" width="16"/></div>
</div>
<div class="o9v6fnle cxmmr5t8 oygrvhab hcukyx3x c1et5uql ii04i59q">
<div dir="auto">The entire FC Platinum family joins the Mapeza family in mourning the loss of Coach Norman Mapeza’s father. We extend our heartfelt condolences Coach, find comfort in the Lord in this difficult time. May his soul rest in eternal peace</div>
</div>
</blockquote>
<div dir="auto"><a href="https://news.pindula.co.zw/2021/01/07/norman-mapezas-father-succumbs-to-covid-19/">Mapeza’s father</a> Michael succumbed to COVID-19 today at a private hospital in Harare according to Mapeza who said:</div>
<blockquote>
<div dir="auto">He was taken to hospital on Monday complaining of all symptoms of Covid_19. He was yesterday (Wednesday) reported to have improved and feeling better and was even asking for some fruits. We all thought he was recovering only to be phoned this morning by my nephew that the old man is no more.</div>
</blockquote>
<div dir="auto">Today transport mogul Regis Munhenzva also succumbed to COVID-19.</div>
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<div dir="auto">Source: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/PurePlatinumPlay/">FC Platinum Facebook </a></div>

FC Platinum Mourns Mapeza's Father

Norman Mapeza is expected to be announced and unveiled as the new head coach of newly-promoted South African premiership club Tshakuma Tsha Madzivhandila FC (TTM).
TTM communications manager Tshidino Ndou refused to reveal the identity of the club’s target but confirmed that an announcement will be made soon. Said Ndou:
<blockquote>As a club, we are talking to a number of coaches but we are not in a position to mention any names at this stage. But an announcement on who will be our new coach is imminent.</blockquote>
Meanwhile, TimesLive quoted its sources in Zimbabwe on Tuesday morning as having said that negotiations between Mapeza and TTM officials are at an advanced stage with only a few details to be finalised. Said the Zimbabwean informant:
<blockquote>He [Mapeza] has been talking to them [TTM] for the past few weeks and a deal is imminent.
He is waiting for the South African government to open the borders so that he can travel to Limpopo to finalise this deal and be unveiled to the media.
I believe that TTM will be starting with their preseason very soon and it will be good that he is there when they start so that he is there from the beginning.
You know that pre-season is very important and he would like to be part of its planning and execution.</blockquote>
Mapeza was in charge of another South African club, Chippa United, between October 2019 and March 2020‚ before falling out with the club’s management and returned to Zimbabwe.
<h4>More: <a href="https://www.timeslive.co.za/sport/soccer/2020-09-29-norman-mapeza-expected-to-be-unveiled-at-ttm-this-week/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">TimesLive</a></h4>

Norman Mapeza Tipped For South African Return

Former Warriors and FC Platinum coach Norman Mapeza has said playing in the UEFA Champions League was the peak of his career.
Speaking Polish newspaper Futbol Arsiv, the 48-year-old recalled the matches against Barcelona and Manchester United in Europe’s premier club competition while he was at Turkish side Galatasaray. He said:
<blockquote>When I first went to Poland, I was afraid of snow. It was the first time I saw snow and I could not get out of the house. It was a good time for my career, it was the first time in Europe. The following year I received a proposal from Galatasaray and I ran to the running. I played in the Champions League against Barcelona and Manchester United.
It was the peak of my career … Everyone wanted to play in these games. And let me remind you, then entering the Champions League was much more difficult than it is now because only 16 teams could play at that time, not 32. This was an incredible feeling.
Then there were stars like Romario, Koeman or Guardiola, but none of them was Messi. There was no cliff between us. We were able to fight against Barcelona at breakeven. First of all, we had more experience. We lost to Barcelona with only 2-1 in Camp Nou.</blockquote>
Other Zimbabwean players to have played in the UEFA Champions League include Benjani Mwaruwari with AJ Auxerre (France) and Marvelous Nakamba when he was still at Club Brugge (Belgium).
<h4>More: <a href="https://www.soccer24.co.zw/2020/05/30/mapeza-reflects-on-amazing-uefa-champions-league-experience/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Soccer24.com</a></h4>

Mapeza Reflects On 'Incredible' UEFA Champions League Experience

Former Warriors coach <a href="https://www.pindula.co.zw/Norman_Mapeza" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Norman Mapeza</a> reportedly threw in the towel at Chippa United after feeling his work was being undermined by some powerful forces in the background.
Mapeza was also unhappy with the attitude of some senior players, who would come for training in a drunken state, or not come at all – without being punished by the club’s leadership.
The owner of “the world-most chaotic club” Siviwe “Chippa” Mpengesi, on Thursday, appeared to confirm the reports when he cautioned one of the club’s senior players, Andile Mbeyane, in public. “Chippa” told South African online publication, TimesLive:
<blockquote>If he [Mbeyane] doesn’t improve on his issues of not coming to training or coming to training drunk‚ there is nothing much the club will do for him.
He has abused the fact that he has been with us for many years‚ but I am sure that he and the coach will sit down and find each other to solve the problems.
He has been with us for about 10 years but he has not even reached 130 games — he is supposed to have played at least 300 games.
This shows that he hasn’t done enough for the club. In fact, we have done a lot for him.
… we are sick and tired of people blaming us or us having to fire coaches while certain players are sitting there and just enjoying themselves.</blockquote>
Following Mapeza’s resignation, the Chilli Boys ended up getting coach, Rulani Mokwena, on loan from Pirates.
Mapeza has since returned home and a number of foreign clubs across the continent have shown interest in his services.
<h4>More: <a href="https://www.herald.co.zw/mapezas-impact-continues-to-be-felt-in-sa/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">The Herald</a></h4>

Drunk Players & Sabotage By Senior Figures Forced Mapeza To Leave Chippa United

Former Kaizer Chiefs coach, Steve Komphela has dismissed reports that he will replace Zimbabwean international, Norman Mapeza as Chippa United Coach suggesting that there seems to be a huge issue at the club.
The former Bafana Bafana captain said that the departure of a number of coaches (16 in five years) from the club over a very short space of time was enough warning for him not to join the club. Posting on Twitter, Komphela said:
<blockquote>Will I replace Norman Mapeza as Chippa United coach?
Look Rob, when a mouse sees other mice go into a hole and not return, it gets suspicious. One mouse is a mistake, two is a coincidence. But many mice means there is a cat in the hole.
I hope you understand</blockquote>
Mapeza arrived at the Chippa United last year replacing Duran Francis, who briefly joined the Eastern Cape side for 13 days following the sacking of Clinton Larsen following a string of dreadful results.
The former FC Platinum boss was expected to guide Chippa United who are now five points off the drop zone to avoid relegation.
Reports suggest that Mapeza will be replaced by long-serving Chippa assistant coach Mbuyiselo Sambu.
More: <a href="https://twitter.com/BigWordKomphela/status/1234767368208953344">Steve Komphela</a>

"Will I Replace Norman Mapeza As Chippa United Coach?" - Steve Komphela Speaks Out

Former <a href="https://www.pindula.co.zw/FC_Platinum" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">FC Platinum</a> coach <a href="https://www.pindula.co.zw/Norman_Mapeza" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Norman Mapeza</a> has quit his South African club Chippa United less than two days after beating Amazulu in an Absa Premiership match.
Neither Chippa United nor Mapeza was immediately available to confirm the development but TimesLive reports that the two sides were locked in a meeting which took hours as club bosses tried to convince him to stay.
The publication claims that the impasse stemmed from a misunderstanding over the duties of the technical staff.
Long-serving Chippa assistant coach Mbuyiselo Sambu has taken over the reins on a temporary basis as the team prepares for a league clash against Bidvest Wits away from home on Saturday. Said Sambu:
<blockquote>Yes, I have been asked to take over the coaching duties until a new coach is found.</blockquote>
When Mapeza took over the reins at Chippa towards the end of 2019, the club had still to win a league match after more than half a dozen games.
Mapeza leaves the Chilli Boys 11th on the premiership standings, five points off the drop zone.
Before he took over at Chippa, Mapeza had resigned from FC Platinum who went on to lift the Castle Lager Premier Soccer League under Lizwe Sweswe’s stewardship.
<h4>More: <a href="https://www.timeslive.co.za/sport/soccer/2020-03-03-drama-at-chippa-united-as-coach-norman-mapeza-quits-the-eastern-cape-premiership-side/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">TimesLive</a></h4>

Mapeza Quits Chippa United... Ex Warriors Coach Leaves Clubs On His Own Terms

Chippa United coach <a href="https://www.pindula.co.zw/Norman_Mapeza" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Norman Mapeza</a> has reportedly requested a meeting with club boss Siviwe Mpengesi, where he is expected to discuss his future with the club, KickOff.com reports.
The meeting was scheduled for Monday evening, with concerns that Mapeza could walk away from the Chilli Boys. The publication’s source is quoted as saying:
<blockquote>Mapeza has requested a meeting with Mr Mpengesi where he is expected to discuss his future with the club.</blockquote>
Meanwhile, Chippa United secured an important victory over fellow relegation candidates AmaZulu in Port Elizabeth on Saturday.
The club is now 11th on the Absa Premiership table with 25 points after 23 matches, five points clear of the relegation zone.
<h4>More: <a href="https://www.kickoff.com/news/articles/south-africa-news/categories/news/premiership/norman-mapeza-calls-chippa-united-meeting-could-resign/674333" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">KickOff.com</a></h4>

Mapeza Requests Meeting With Chippa United Owner

Chippa United coach <a href="https://www.pindula.co.zw/Norman_Mapeza" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Norman Mapeza</a> has bemoaned his strikers’ profligacy in front of goad ahead of an Absa Premiership match against AmaZulu FC at the Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium on Saturday.
The Zimbabwean tactician is unhappy with his strikers, with the team unable to score in their last two competitive matches. He said:
<blockquote>We have strikers, but at the end of the day, they need to know their business on the field.
We cannot keep on reminding them that in order to be the top scorer you have to hit the target.
We have to keep working hard. We have to put more focus on the league games. We will see how the season progresses.</blockquote>
The Chilli Boys were beaten 3-0 by Mamelodi Sundowns in their last league game and again lost 2-0 to Bidvest Wits in the Nedbank Cup Last 16 match on Monday.
<h4>More: <a href="http://www.psl.co.za/news/article/4724644-chawapiwa-looks-to-add-to-chippas-def" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Premier Soccer League</a></h4>

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