…..Fast and furious football arrives in Zimbabwe
HARARE-(MaraviPost )-The Zimbabwe Football Association (ZIFA) has officially appointed former Malawi National Football Team Technical Director and Head Coach, Marian (Mario) Marinica, famously known as Triple M, as the new Head Coach of the Zimbabwe Senior Men’s National Football Team, The Warriors.
The appointment, announced through a press release by ZIFA, confirms that Marinica has signed a one-year contract and will take charge with immediate effect.
The Romanian born tactician replaces interim arrangements made earlier this year and is expected to lead Zimbabwe into a new era of competitive football.
Marinica, a UEFA Pro Licensed Coach, brings with him over 25 years of international experience gained across Africa, Europe, Asia and South America.
He holds a Postgraduate Diploma in Sports Coaching from South Bank University (England) and a Diploma in Management, blending technical knowledge with strategic leadership.
Throughout his illustrious career, Marinica has worked with several top clubs including Arsenal FC, Chelsea FC, Inter Milan, AS Monaco, Liverpool FC and Tottenham Hotspur, as well as national teams from Paraguay, Mauritius, Malawi and Liberia.
His most recent notable achievement was guiding Malawi to the Round of 16 at the 2022 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) ,the country’s best ever finish. More recently, he helped Liberia achieve its highest FIFA ranking in June 2024, thanks to his strong emphasis on tactical discipline, youth development and modern football philosophy.
Speaking after the appointment, ZIFA President Nqobile Magwizi expressed confidence in Marinica’s expertise and leadership.
“We are delighted to welcome Coach Marinica to Zimbabwe. His wealth of experience, modern football philosophy and proven success at international level make him the ideal candidate to lead the Warriors into a new era. His appointment reflects ZIFA’s commitment to building a competitive and sustainable football structure that delivers results both on and off the pitch,” he explained.
Marinica is expected to immediately start preparations for Zimbabwe’s upcoming friendly matches against Algeria and Qatar.
Known for his fast-paced, high-intensity tactical style famously dubbed “Fast and Furious Football” Marinica’s arrival has already sparked excitement among Zimbabwean fans, who hope he can replicate the success he brought to Malawi and beyond.
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