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MIGHTY Warriors coach Sithethelelwe “Kwinji 15” Sibanda’s long-standing spell at the helm of the team appears to be coming to an end.
Her contract is set to expire in September amid discussions about the need for a possible change in leadership. Sibanda has served the Mighty Warriors for a long period through different phases of transitions and rebuilding.
Her tenure has been marked by stability, player development, and efforts to keep the team competitive on the continental stage, despite various challenges.
However, indications suggest that ZIFA could be considering a new direction once her deal ends.
Sources say a German coach being targeted for the national team job.
Kwinji’s extended service has made her one of the most familiar faces in the women’s game locally.
She has guided the Mighty Warriors through various qualification campaigns and squad rebuilds while working closely with emerging talent.
The Mighty Warriors have lost some of the value which once made them one of the most competitive teams on the continent.
Ten years ago, they took part at the Olympics in Brazil in what was their finest hour.
However, they are no longer the force they used to be with some blaming successive ZIFA leaders for letting the team down. In their last game against Zambia, the Mighty Warriors fell to a 0-3 defeat.
The Zambians have managed to build a formidable side.
