Zimbabwe will for the first time in recent memory make use of the June Fifa window and play friendly matches against Burkina Faso and Niger in Casablanca next month.
The matches will be part of the Warriors’ preparation for the World Cup qualifiers as well as the 2025 Morocco Africa Cup of Nations finals.
Michael Nees’ men will face Burkina Faso on June 6 before playing Niger four days later.
Zifa revealed the upcoming international engagements in a statement on Tuesday.
“The Zimbabwe Football Association (ZIFA) is pleased to officially announce two
upcoming international friendly matches for the Zimbabwe Senior Men’s National Team,
the Warriors, as part of ongoing preparations for future competitive fixtures.
“The Warriors will travel to Casablanca, Morocco to take on Burkina Faso on 6 June
2025, followed by a clash against Niger on 10 June 2025.
These matches present an important opportunity for Michael Nees and his technical
team to assess player readiness, test combinations, and build cohesion as the team
continues its journey of growth and development on the international stage.
“Both Burkina Faso and Niger offer strong opposition, and these encounters will provide
valuable competitive experience for our squad.
ZIFA, in collaboration with the technical team, remains committed to ensuring that the
Warriors are well-prepared to represent the nation with pride and purpose.
“These friendlies are part of a broader strategy to give our national team regular high-level
match exposure in anticipation of upcoming qualifiers and tournaments,” Zifa said.
