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Tadious Manyepo, Sports Reporter
THINGS have never rolled so smoothly for ZIFA.
The new executive, led by Nqobile Magwizi, is hardly two months in office, but they have already made significant strides in striking partnership deals with different corporates.
Just last week, the association inked two agreements for digital enhancement of their operations and technical development.
And yesterday, the mother body unveiled yet another deal, which will see the Warriors getting formal wear from 4May International for every assignment in the next three years.
The partnership is effective immediately, with the Warriors set to spot the elegant high-end formal wear for their 2026 World Cup qualifying games against Benin in Durban, South Africa, on March 20 and Nigeria in Uyo five days later.
This is not the first time for 4May to be in the same arrangement with the Warriors, though, as they also sup-plied the same in 2018-2019.
And on 4May, chief executive officer Ellcy Chimedza said they have decided to come back because they have a lot of confidence in the new board.
“At 4May International, we believe that style and professionalism go hand in hand. Dressing the Zimbabwe men’s national soccer team is both an honour and a responsibility, as we seek to contribute to their distinguished presence on and off the pitch.
“Our collaboration with ZIFA is built on shared values of excellence, pride, and ambition, and we look forward to a successful and impactful partnership,” said Chimedza.
“We have so much belief in the new ZIFA leadership, and this is our own way of encouraging the national team as they go about hunting for national glory.
“We are proud to be associated with the Warriors as they represent all of us as Zimbabweans, and seeing them clad in smart formal wear makes us really feel good.”
ZIFA Marketing Committee chairperson Kudzai Kadzombe said the deal with 4May International has come at the right time, when football is undergoing a massive revolution under a new leadership.
“This partnership with 4May International is a testament to our vision of elevating Zimbabwean football to international standards,” said Kadzombe.
“Our players and technical team deserve to look as professional as they perform, and with this agreement, we are ensuring that they exude confidence and pride whenever they represent the nation.
“We are delighted to welcome 4May International into the ZIFA family.”
Warriors coach Michael Nees, who also witnessed the signing ceremony, said his players were happy with the 4May deal.
“Their (Warriors) responses when asked for their suit sizes on our WhatsApp group were prompt, which means they really like the arrangement,” said Nees.
“I am happy, and the players are also very happy with the deal.”
ZIFA said the sponsorship will cover high-quality formal wear, including suits, shirts, and shoes, for a 23-member team, coaching staff, support personnel, and executive members, custom-tailored outfits ensuring a perfect fit for all recipients, and style consultations for the team and staff to align with international fashion standards. The formal wear will be delivered prior to every international assignment, with the three-year deal also including an option for renewal.
Meanwhile, Nees will announce his squad for the upcoming two assignments against Benin and Nigeria tomorrow.
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