Story by Bongani Banda
It was a five-goal masterpiece in a Saturday clash.The visitors were thrashed in an uncompromising 5-0 demolition. Chiefs will argue that it was their first kick of the ball this season, but it was an imperious display by Chibs leaving the rookie away side utterly defenseless. They showed efficiency,flair and yet again sent a statement to the entire competitors.
Hwange Prison travelled to Madumabisa in the other Saturday kickoff.With both teams seeking and praying to the football gods for their first goal,yet alone a win ,the drought continued.Despite the lack of goals, the atmosphere was electrifying, with every tackle and clearance cheered like a goal as the game ended goalless
Sunday delivered the recharging that is traditionally known for. At Rudhaka,the match was a pulsating, breathless encounter that perfectly showcased the beauty of attacking football. Madumabisa Kidnets went to the halftime licking their fingers with a 2-0 lead. After the interval,the game became a seesaw. Lusumbami proved why they are deemed “stubborn Lusu” as they punched back twice to set the score even bringing the crowd to it’s feet.The 2-2 scoreline felt like the only fair outcome for such a high quality match.
Sometimes a 0-0 is not a boring game, but a 90-minute display of defensive prowess and tactical excellence as Bagdad and Super Diki shared spoils.
Makwika had a wakeup call at St Marys a week back. The defending champion looking to push again for another fairytale.They welcomed a rejuvenated Hwange Reserve side that proved too hot at the bee hive.Both teams deserved a point for their immense effort, with neither side being able to break the other and snatch a win as the game ending 1 all.
Lwendulu welcomed a wounded Ingagula who had been previously stunned by Bagdad a week earlier.The game was decided by mere inches, with shots hitting the woodwork or narrowly missing the net.An early long range effort in the first half was enough for the visitors who narrowly snatched the significant win.
The honeymoon period was over for Real Super Diki as the winning run came to an end. DRC United drew the blood twice with no response as they showed control and a solid defensive character as they pushed into top 4.Perhaps getting into the argument of being in the title race.
Title contenders, Vergas got a reality check as they had to look out to their talisman Tawanda Tazvivinga to earn them a point at Megawatt, against a resolute, fighting and spirited Rovers side. Baobab Rovers have gone 3 games all ending 1-1,ironically the Baobab side wears black & white that of Highlanders fc ,one would argue that they don’t just resemble the “Bosso” attire but also their streak of draws.
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