Dynamos pulled out of the 2025-26 CAF Confederation Cup because of money problems. The struggling Zimbabwe team cannot afford to compete during the continental tournament. Board chairman Bernard Marriot approved the executive committee's decision to withdraw from the competition. Castle Lager Premier Soccer League winners Simba Bhora and Dynamos both earned spots to represent the country. Dynamos won the Chibuku Super Cup under coach Lloyd Chigowe after beating Ngezi Platinum Stars twice.
Zimbabwe lacks a CAF certified home stadium for international matches. The National Sports Stadium received a ban from CAF officials for poor standards. Hosting matches outside the country costs huge amounts of money that Dynamos cannot pay. The club would face bigger financial problems trying to organize away venue games. Teams earn limited revenue from home games played outside their country.
Dynamos used stadiums across Gaborone and Francistown for last year's preliminary matches against ZESCO United and Orapa. The team failed to reach the group stage and missed a 400,000 dollar payment from CAF. Early elimination meant Dynamos received just 50,000 dollars for their participation. The stadium situation affects the national Warriors team and Simba Bhora as well. Continental competitions require proper facilities that meet international standards.
Zimbabwe lacks a CAF certified home stadium for international matches. The National Sports Stadium received a ban from CAF officials for poor standards. Hosting matches outside the country costs huge amounts of money that Dynamos cannot pay. The club would face bigger financial problems trying to organize away venue games. Teams earn limited revenue from home games played outside their country.
Dynamos used stadiums across Gaborone and Francistown for last year's preliminary matches against ZESCO United and Orapa. The team failed to reach the group stage and missed a 400,000 dollar payment from CAF. Early elimination meant Dynamos received just 50,000 dollars for their participation. The stadium situation affects the national Warriors team and Simba Bhora as well. Continental competitions require proper facilities that meet international standards.
