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News / NationalZifa faces backlash over appointment of Marian Marinicaby Staff reporter10 mins ago |18ViewsThe Zimbabwe Football Association (Zifa) has come under fire following its appointment of Marian Marinica as the new head coach of the Warriors on a one-year contract, a move that has divided opinion across the football community.The appointment, announced in a statement on Tuesday evening, has drawn mixed reactions from fans, analysts, and stakeholders — with some welcoming the Romanian-born coach’s international pedigree, while others questioned Zifa’s transparency, selection process, and timing.Marinica, a Uefa Pro Licence holder, boasts more than 25 years of international coaching experience spanning Africa, Europe, Asia, and South America.
He is best known for steering Malawi to the Round of 16 at the 2022 Africa Cup of Nations and helping Liberia achieve its highest Fifa ranking in June 2024.Zifa president Nqobile Magwizi defended the appointment, describing Marinica as the right fit to lead the Warriors’ revival.”His wealth of experience and international results make him the ideal candidate to lead the Warriors into a new era,” said Magwizi. “This appointment is part of a long-term strategy to build a sustainable football structure.”The announcement followed weeks of speculation linking the post to high-profile coaches such as Pitso Mosimane, Stuart Baxter, and other top African names.
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