Zimbabwe head coach Norman Mapeza has claimed that Khama Billiat has given the national team no official confirmation regarding his shock retirement from the national team.
The Kaizer Chiefs star took to his official social media accounts to abruptly announce his retirement from the Zimbabwean national team earlier this week.
Khama Billiat released a statement shortly after the Warriors concluded their 2022 Fifa World Cup qualification campaign in which they finished bottom of their group and winless.
However, according to Zimbabwean national team coach Norman Mapeza, there’s still no official word from the Kaizer Chiefs ace himself.
Confusion reigns over Khama Billiat shock retirement announcement
“I don’t know about it. Khama Billiat hasn’t talked to me yet about the issue,” Mapeza told H-Metro
“I’m still in the dark about the issue. We can’t follow what is on social media because he might end up saying it is not me. He should talk to us about the issue. I can’t rush to comment on what is on social media.”
Kaizer Chiefs star announces shock retirement from Zimbabwean national team
In a statement revealed on social media, Kaizer Chiefs attacker Khama Billiat revealed that he will be retiring from international football. Take a look at the full statement below.
“Fellow Zimbabweans” – Kaizer Chiefs star Khama Billiat titled his open retirement letter.
“It was all a dream. When I was young, I always dreamt of representing the country, playing for the national team. The dream which seemed far-fetched for a young Khama Billiat in Mufakose came when I least expected it. The first day I donned the Warriors badge, I vowed to enjoy myself and always lift the country’s spirits.”
“Scoring a goal at the Africa Cup of Nations finals is one moment I still relive in my mind even up to date. It is one of the many special moments I have experienced wearing the coveted yellow jersey. The feeling of scoring in a packed stadium for your nation is inexplicable. I have met so many teammates, coaches at the national team and I appreciate every relationship I have built along the way. By playing for the Warriors, I have improved immensely as a player it is an opportunity I will forever cherish.” Kaizer Chiefs star Khama Billiat continued.
“However, every story no matter how beautiful has an ending. This is probably the heaviest decision I have ever had to take in my life, but it is a decision I make with a patriotic heart. Like those who had to pave way for our generation of Warriors stars to emerge, I have decided to retire from international football. I believe it is now time for me to pave way for new talent to blossom and serve the country in the same way that I did, or even better.” Khama Billiat added.
“I will forever be indebted to those who took a chance on me and moulded me into the international player I grew to become. Thank you Zimbabwe for supporting me and my teammates, for showing love with each outing. God bless you.
“Khama Billiat” – The Kaizer Chiefs star signed off.
Zimbabwe are expected to begin their preparations for the 2022 Africa Cup of Nations next month with the tournament scheduled to take place in Cameroon between January 9 and February 6 however Norman Mapeza remains confused over the availability of Khama Billiat.
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