New Zim gem Chirewa sparkles in the middle of Warr...

New Zim gem Chirewa sparkles in the middle of Warriors dusty show

Zim Now Writer

Despite a heartbreaking 3-1 defeat to South Africa in their World Cup qualifier, a glimmer of hope emerged for the Zimbabwean national team on Tuesday night. The hero? A dazzling 20-year-old named Tawanda Chirewa!

Chirewa, a rising star currently playing for Wolverhampton Wanderers in the prestigious English Premier League (EPL), announced his arrival on the international scene with a bang. Though the Warriors ultimately fell short, Chirewa's consolation goal in the second minute ignited a spark in the team and the travelling fans.

This wasn't just any debut for Chirewa. Born in England to Zimbabwean parents, he's already making history as the nation's sole EPL representative. His journey began at Ipswich Town, where his talent shone brightly. He etched his name in the club's record books as one of their youngest debutants before catching the eye of Wolverhampton Wanderers.

Fast forward to September 2023, and Chirewa was thrilling crowds with the Wolves' Under-21s. His impressive performances didn't go unnoticed by first-team coach Gary O'Neil, who threw him into the FA Cup clash against Brentford in January this year. Chirewa grabbed the opportunity with both hands, showcasing his skills on the biggest stage.

A Premier League debut followed soon after, a dream come true for the young prodigy. In March, Chirewa received his first call-up to the Zimbabwean national team but had to make the difficult decision to prioritize solidifying his place at Wolves.

"I'm incredibly honoured and proud to be called up by Zimbabwe," Chirewa said at the time. "But I need to focus on establishing myself at Wolves so I can return as a stronger player, ready to take us to the World Cup!"