FOOTBALL star Khama Billiat has announced his return from international football retirement, immediately making himself available for Warriors duty, NewsDay has gathered.
The development comes as a boost to the Warriors who are set to face Cameroon, Kenya and Namibia this September in a bid to qualify for the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) tournament.
The Yadah FC ace took to Instagram to announce his return to international football after retiring back in 2021.
In a statement posted on his official Instagram account, Billiat said: “I have reconsidered my decision to retire and would love to represent my country one more time. I will continue to work hard on the field and hopefully help the nation in a positive way, I love my country and stand ready to serve if afforded a chance”.
Billiat last played for the Warriors in 2021 while captaining the nation during the 2022 World Cup Qualifiers, in which the team performed dismally, claiming the move was to make way for new talent to blossom.
“I feel I still have something to give to Zimbabwean football, locally and internationally. I have been reflecting deeply, and I am convinced there is one chapter which remains unfinished - between Khama Billiat and the Zimbabwe national football team,” Billiat said in his statement.
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Meanwhile, The Zimbabwe Football Association (ZIFA) has confirmed the return of Billiat to the Warriors squad, stating that he will be available against Kenya and Cameroon.
“Following fruitful discussions between Khama Billiat and Head Coach Michael Nees, the dynamic forward has been officially added to the national team squad, which was initially announced on Monday,” said ZIFA in a statement.