Zimbabwe President promises $150,000 to Warriors for beating Nigeria in WCQ. The Warriors currently sit last in Group C with two points from four matches, seeking their first World Cup qualification. They will face Benin Republic and then Nigeria in crucial qualifiers.
Zimbabwe’s President Emmerson Mnangagwa has offered a significant incentive of $150,000 to the national football team, the Warriors, contingent upon their success against Nigeria in the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifier. This announcement was made by the president through Nqobile Magwizi, the head of the Zimbabwe Football Association (ZIFA).
The Warriors are striving to secure a place in the World Cup for the first time in their history. Currently, the team finds itself at the bottom of Group C, having amassed only two points from four matches played. In a crucial match, Zimbabwe will host the Benin Republic’s team at the Moses Mabhida Stadium in Durban on Thursday.
Following this fixture, the Warriors will travel to face the Nigerian Super Eagles at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo the following Tuesday.
In summary, the Zimbabwean government’s commitment of a $150,000 bonus reflects a strong support for the Warriors as they seek their first-ever World Cup qualification. With a challenging position in Group C, upcoming matches against Benin and Nigeria will be pivotal for the team’s aspirations.
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