Zimbabwe Football Association (ZIFA) president Nqobile Magwizi said they are grateful for the support from the Confederation of African Football (CAF) and the government in the ongoing efforts to renovate the National Sports Stadium (NSS) to meet international hosting standards.
CAF is said be to be pleased with the progress on the stadium’s renovations, while the government has released funds to ensure the project meets CAF’s strict requirements.
Speaking to Zimpapers Sports Hub, Magwizi said that they want the stadium to be homologated as soon as possible. He said:
“What is important is that there is a lot of goodwill from CAF. That is very important for us and we are grateful for the efforts being put by the ministry and contractors on the ground.
“We are keeping Caf updated on all the developments. The positive development is that we are expecting CAF delegation next month to assess the facility.
“Ideally, we would want the stadium homologated as soon as possible.”
Bucket seats have already been installed, with contractors now focusing on the pitch, drainage, and other key areas identified by CAF.
Meanwhile, Simba Bhora coach Joel Luphaphla said the team is ready to face Nsingizi Hotspurs of Eswatini in the CAF Champions League first preliminary round next month. Said Luphaphla:
“The league and Champions League demand our full throttle. Facing a Southern African side levels the playing style.
“We will dissect them on video, exploit their off-season rust. In terms of fitness, we have been grinding for some months and we are ready.
“Remember, we are a team from Shamva and already living our dream.”
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