Warriors Coach Michael Nees Fired After Disappointing Spell In Charge

The Zimbabwe Football Association (ZIFA) has parted ways with Warriors head coach Michael Nees after a string of disappointing results.

The German tactician, who took charge in July 2024 on a two-year deal, failed to produce consistent performances despite leading Zimbabwe to qualify for the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).

Nees’ final match in charge was the shock 1-0 defeat to lowly-ranked Lesotho in the last 2026 FIFA World Cup Group C qualifier.

ZIFA announced on Wednesday night that its Executive Committee had decided to terminate his contract with immediate effect. The statement reads:

“The Zimbabwe Football Association (ZIFA) wishes to inform all stakeholders and members of the public that the Executive Committee has resolved to terminate the contract of Mr. Michael Nees with immediate effect.

“The Association takes this opportunity to sincerely thank Mr. Nees for his efforts and contributions to Zimbabwean football during his tenure. His dedication to the game and service to national structures are greatly appreciated.

“ZIFA remains firmly committed to strengthening its technical development programmes and ensuring continued progress in all areas of the game, in line with its reform and restructuring agenda.

“Further information regarding the transition process and interim technical arrangements will be communicated in due course.”

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