Warriors warned against complacency in AFCON opener

Warriors midfielder Andy Rinomhota warned teammates against complacency as Zimbabwe faces Sierra Leone in a 2027 AFCON qualifier at Stade El Abdi in El Jadida, Morocco, on Thursday, according to multiple reports. The match is new coach Ramon Catala's first in charge, adding pressure to perform well after a disappointing run of results. Zimbabwe sits in Group E alongside DRC, Equatorial Guinea, and Sierra Leone, needing a strong start to have a realistic chance of advancing to the tournament. The team has struggled in recent qualifiers, missing the last two AFCON tournaments due to poor performances and administrative issues. Rinomhota's caution reflects the pressure on a squad rebuilding after missing previous tournaments and facing a tough group where every point matters. A poor result could derail their campaign and increase scrutiny on the new coaching staff, who are under pressure to deliver immediate results.