Marian Mario Marinica : New Torchbearer

The head coach of the Zimbabwean senior men's national football team, Marian Mario Marinica wants to make a statement in Morocco.  He was appointed by the Zimbabwe Football Association (ZIFA), on a one-year contract starting on November 4, 2025, specifically to lead the team in the 2025 TotalEnergies Africa Cup of Nations. This appointment followed the departure of the previous coach, Michael Nees, after Zimbabwe's disappointing performance in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers. 
With over 25 years of coaching across multiple continents including Africa, Europe, Asia, and South America, Marian Marinica, the Romanian coach, aged 59, is confident. He holds a UEFA Pro Licence and has a notable record, including guiding Mala...