Sean Sheunesu Fusire (born 31 May 2005) is a professional

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who plays as a

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for club

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. Born in England, he plays international football for

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Club career

Sheffield Wednesday

Fusire joined

at the age of 9 and was a regular for the club's U18 and U21 side. He plays centrally or outside in midfield as well as playing right wing back. He signed his first pro contract on 9 December 2022. He made his senior debut against

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in an

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replay on 7 February 2023. Following injuries in the squad, he joined the first team for the remainder of the season along with fellow youngsters

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and Adam Alimi-Adetoro who have all made their debut during the season. In November 2023, Fusire underwent a hernia operation, keeping him on the sidelines for a lengthy spell. On 3 January 2025, Fusire signed a new contract at the club until the summer of 2028.

Carlisle United (loan)

On 7 January 2025, Fusire joined

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on a loan until the end of the season. He made his debut coming off the bench in a 1–0 defeat at home to

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. He finished his spell having made 14 appearances.

International career

Fusire declared himself for the Zimbabwe national team in May 2025. The same month he received his first international call up. He made his debut against

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on 6 June 2025.

Personal life

Born in England, Fusire is of Zimbabwean descent.

Career statistics

International

References

{{DEFAULTSORT:Fusire, Sean 2005 births Living people Footballers from Sheffield Zimbabwean men's footballers Zimbabwe men's international footballers English men's footballers English people of Zimbabwean descent Sportspeople of Zimbabwean descent Men's association football midfielders Sheffield Wednesday F.C. players Carlisle United F.C. players 21st-century Zimbabwean sportsmen 21st-century English sportsmen