PRESIDENT Mnangagwa has launched the BIGGEST and RICHEST football tournament in the history of the game in this country. He unveiled the US$25million ZIFA Munhumutapa Challenge Cup in Harare yesterday. He called it a defining moment for the country’s national game.
The historic tournament is likely to be the biggest in the world, in terms of scope and the sheer numbers involved. It will run for the next five years with US$5million set to be poured into the contest every year. Over 1,000 teams, from the Area Zones to the elite leagues across both genders, will take part in the competition.
Beach Soccer and 5-Aside, as well as grassroots, have also been included. President Mnangagwa, who is the principal sponsor of the tournament, said: “They say football acts as a universal language, transcending cultural, religions, political and age divide, fostering shared passion and a sense of community. “It is with this context that I am very pleased to officiate at this historic launch of the Zimbabwe Football Association Munhumutapa Challenge Cup.
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“This is a defining moment in the history of our country’s football development. “The initiative represents an innovative and ground-breaking structure, that is set to alter the architecture of our country’s soccer arena over the next five years. “Happening at a time characterised by shifting dynamics and factors affecting sports in general, I congratulate ZIFA and all stakeholders for their foresight and institutional dexterity which has resulted in the unveiling of this noble idea.” “The name Munhumutapa evokes unshakeable strength and fortitude, authority and civilisation. “It reminds us that sustainable progress must be anchored on our rich national identity, values and heritage.
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