Zimbabwe FA President Sets AFCON Triumph as Goal During Motsepe Reception
T.E (Elbotola)
10 April 2026at15:34
Zimbabwe Football Association (FA) President, Nqobile Magwizi, stated that his country's goal is to win the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in the near future, during his reception of Confederation of African Football (CAF) President, Patrice Motsepe.
Motsepe received an official welcome today, Friday, at Ngoni Stadium in Norton, Zimbabwe, where he attended the final of the African Schools Championship (U15).
During a press conference held alongside Motsepe, the local FA president declared: "We hope that Zimbabwe will lift the Africa Cup of Nations one day."
It is worth noting that the Zimbabwe national team participated in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco, where they finished last in Group B with one point.
Q&A
What goal did the Zimbabwe FA President set during the CAF President's visit?
Zimbabwe FA President Nqobile Magwizi declared the country's ambition to win the Africa Cup of Nations in the near future. He made this statement during the official reception of CAF President Patrice Motsepe, who visited Ngoni Stadium.
How has the Zimbabwe national team performed in recent AFCON tournaments?
The Zimbabwe national team recently participated in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco. They finished last in Group B, securing only one point, highlighting the challenge ahead for their ambitious goal.
What are the implications of the Zimbabwe FA President's AFCON goal?
The declaration sets a high benchmark for the Zimbabwe national team and the football association. It signals a strong intent to elevate their performance on the continental stage, despite their recent struggles in the tournament.
