Michael Nees picks different players for Warriors friendlies against Burkina Faso and Niger during June. Zimbabwe faces Burkina Faso on June 6 before playing Niger four days later at Casablanca, Morocco. The German coach tries new talent during these FIFA window matches. Several regular squad members miss these games because they need rest after long European seasons. Captain Marvelous Nakamba and other experienced players stay home to recover from injuries.
European football seasons ended recently, and many Warriors players feel tired from months of competition. Nees protects stars like Marshall Munetsi, Jordan Zemura, and Andy Rinomhota from potential injuries. Knowledge Musona handles contract talks with his club team. Some players...