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The Zimbabwe Football Association (ZIFA) has confirmed that the Warriors will host their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against Bafana Bafana at Moses Mabhida Stadium in Durban, South Africa, on Friday, October 10, at 3 pm.

This crucial match will see the two Southern African rivals clash in a bid to secure a spot in the World Cup.

Zimbabwe has been forced to play their “home” matches in South Africa due to the lack of CAF-approved stadiums in their home country.

The National Sports Stadium in Harare is undergoing renovations, which have stalled, leaving the country without a suitable venue for international matches.

As a result, ZIFA has had to seek alternative venues in South Africa, with Moses Mabhida Stadium emerging as the perfect choice for this high-stakes encounter.

For Bafana Bafana, this match is crucial in their bid to qualify for the World Cup.

They currently top Group C with 17 points from eight matches, and a win against Zimbabwe would edge them closer to securing a spot in the 2026 finals in the United States, Canada, and Mexico.

Zimbabwe, on the other hand, has nothing to lose but will aim to cause an upset against their opponents.

“We may not have lived up to our hopes in the tournament, but we want to ensure we leave everything on the pitch against South Africa,” said Knowledge Musona, Zimbabwe’s former captain.

The two teams have a history of competition, with Bafana Bafana winning their previous encounter 3-1 at the Free State Stadium in June 2024.

Zimbabwe will be looking to turn the tables on their opponents and make a statement in this crucial qualifier.

The match will be a thrilling encounter, with both teams eager to make their mark on the world stage.

Moses Mabhida Stadium in Durban is a world-class facility that has hosted top international matches, making it an ideal venue for this high-stakes encounter.

With its state-of-the-art facilities and passionate crowd, the stadium is set to provide an electric atmosphere for the match.

Zimbabwean fans are urged to turn out in full force and support their team as they take on Bafana Bafana in this crucial World Cup qualifier.