Zimbabwe has received a significant boost ahead of September’s Africa Cup of Nations 2025 qualifiers, as star player Khama Billiat has announced his return from retirement and has been included in the Warriors’ squad.The Warriors will face Kenya in the opening game of the qualifiers on September 6th at the Namboole Stadium in Uganda, before hosting Cameroon at the same venue four days later.##NAJAVA_MECA_8298060##Earlier this week, coach Michael Nees named his squad, and he has now added Billiat after the Yadah Stars man confirmed his readiness to represent his nation once again.Billiat described the current season as one of the best in his career, which influenced his decision to come out of retirement.“This season has been one of the best phases of my football career. I have played on grand stages, but nothing beats expressing myself in front of my people. Every time I step on the turf, I am motivated to do my best for my team and the thousands who love this sport,” read part of Billiat’s statement.Gor Mahia vice captain Geoffrey ‘ Simiti’ Ochieng explains blunder in El Merreikh clash.“I feel I still have something to give to Zimbabwean football, both locally and internationally. I have reflected deeply, and I am convinced there is one chapter that remains unfinished between Khama Billiat and the Zimbabwe national football team. I have reconsidered my decision to retire and would love to represent my country one more time. I will continue to work hard on the field and hopefully help the nation in a positive way. I love my country and stand ready to serve if given the chance,” he added.ZIFA immediately released a statement confirming that after consultations with coach Nees, Billiat has been named in the squad for next week’s matches.“The Zimbabwe Football Association (ZIFA) is thrilled to announce the return of Khama Billiat to the Warriors squad for the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers against Kenya and Cameroon, slated for September,” read part of the statement.“Following fruitful discussions between Khama Billiat and Head Coach Michael Nees, the dynamic forward has been officially added to the national team squad, which was initially announced on Monday.”FKF Presidential aspirant Hussein Mohammed’s promises to Kenyan footballGoalkeepers: Washington Arubi (Marumo Gallants), Marley Tavaziva (Brentford), Bernard Donovan (Chicken Inn)Defenders: Gerald Takwara (Al Minna SC), Brendan Galloway (Plymouth Argyle), Munashe Garananga (FC Copenhagen), Andrew Mbeba (Highlanders), Godknows Murwira (Caps United), Emmanuel Jalai (Dynamos), Teenage HadebeMidfielders: Marshall Munetsi (Stade de Reims), Andy Rinomhota (Cardiff City), Jordan Zemura (Udinese), Walter Musona (Simba Bhora), Daniel Msendami (Marumo Gallants), Brian Banda (FC Platinum), Tawanda Maswanhise (Motherwell), Richard Hachiro (Ngezi Platinum), Tawanda Chirewa (Wolverhampton Wanderers)Forwards: Tinotenda Kadewere (FC Nantes), Khama Billiat (Yadah Stars) Douglas Mapfumo (Polokwane City), Prince Dube (Young Africans), Obriel Chirinda (Ngezi Platinum)Technical Team: Michael Nees (Head Coach), Takesure Chiragwi (Assistant Coach), Pernel McKop (Goalkeepers Coach), Abraham Mbaiva (Fitness Trainer), James Makoni (Performance Analyst), Nick Munyonga (Team Doctor), Steve Hungwe (Physiotherapist), Lennon Gwara (Masseur), Shariff Mussa (Team Manager)Harambee Stars kit hit or miss (PHOTOS)
