Tatenda Marshal Mkuruva (born 4 January 1996) is a Zimbabwean professional footballer who plays as a goalkeeper for USL Championship club Detroit City FC. He has also represented the Zimbabwe national team.
Club career
Youth career Mkuruva began his career with Budiriro Gunners FC (2007–2008) in Harare and joined Dynamos Juniors 2008–2012.
Senior career Dynamos In 2013, Mkuruva joined Zimbabwe Premier Soccer League club Dynamos on a three-year contract. He made 23 league appearances.
Cape Town City In February 2017, he joined Premier Soccer League club Cape Town City on a three-year contract.
Buildcon On 2 January 2018, MTN/FAZ Super Division club Buildcon F.C confirmed that they had reached a deal with Mkuruva to sign on a year as free agent.
Michigan Stars Mkuruva moved to America after a year in Zambia. In September 2019, he signed with Michigan Stars ahead of their inaugural season in the National Independent Soccer Association. On 19 March 2025, Mkuruva announced via his Facebook that he would not be returning to Michigan Stars FC.
Detroit City FC On 25 March 2025, USL Championship club Detroit City FC announced the signing of Mkuruva for the 2025 season with a 2026 option. He did not make any official appearances, and was released at the end of the season. On 6 April 2026 Mkuruva resigned with Detroit City FC for the 2026 campaign.
International career Mkuruva represented Zimbabwe at the under-17, under-20 and under-23 level before making his senior debut in 2016. He represented Zimbabwe national team at the 2017 Africa Cup of Nations.https://dailynews.co.zw/articles-2017-01-06-strong-warriors-squad-for-afcon/
Honours Club Dynamos Zimbabwe Premier Soccer League: 2013, 2014, 2015 Mbada Diamonds Cup: 2012–2013 Zimbabwean Independence Trophy : 2013 Cape Town City MTN 8: 2017 : Runners
Individual Dynamos Rookie of the Year: 2015 Soccer Star of the Year: 2015
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