Former Warrior Machazani joins Real Betis

Machazani joins Real Betis Academy Zimbabwe technical department | The Sunday News

Zim Now Writer

Real Betis have announced the coming on board to its technical side of Marshall Machazani, a former Highlanders, Dynamos and Caps United defender.

Machazani links up with Naison Muchekela, Tichaona Dhiya and Rudo Neshamba to take charge of the Harare Centre. His arrival was announced by the academy yesterday.

“We are delighted to welcome Marshall Machazani into our technical team. Machazani will take the roles of our strength and conditioning coach as well as an assistant coach in our youth teams.

“Marshall brings in mentorship, composure and great experience from his playing career. He identifies with our brand and has charmed us with his love for Spanish football after his recent certification in Spain.

“We are happy for all our players to learn and develop through his football knowledge and are excited to see his development as a coach,” said academy chairman Gerald Sibanda.

Machazani said he was looking forward to the challenge.

“I am looking forward to working with all the players as we groom them and train them to become our future professional footballers.

“I am also looking forward to working with all the coaches, management and sharing ideas and knowledge on how we could take our players to the next level. I am more than excited,” said Machazani.

In February, Machazani underwent a coaching course in Spain with the La Liga giants FC Barcelona. He is also a holder of a Zifa Level One coaching badge. The veteran defender who also turned out for the country’s national team said he has ventured into coaching to prepare for his life after football.