FAITH NDOU
Masvingo-FC Wangu Mazodze showed resilience and composure to secure a hard fought 1-0 victory over Manica Diamonds U19 at Mucheke Stadium, despite finishing the match with ten men, recording their first win of the season.
Clive Kachingwe emerged as the hero, netting the decisive goal in the 78th minute to hand the Kingdom Boys maximum points in a tightly contested encounter.
The match took a dramatic turn in the 55th minute when Owen Mudyiwa was sent off after receiving a second yellow card, forcing the hosts to play the remainder of the game with a numerical disadvantage.
However, Mazodze displayed solid defensive discipline to hold on for the win.
Elsewhere in the Pacific Storm Eastern Region Soccer League, Green Fuel FC maintained their perfect start to the season with a commanding 3-0 victory over Chivhu FC. Ayanda Ncube bagged a brace with goals in the 8th and 26th minutes while Keith Madera wrapped up the win in the 76th minute.
At Mutare Boys High, Tenax Correctional Services FC registered their first win of the campaign thanks to a Takudzwa Madziva penalty in the 48th minute which also marked their first goal of the season.
Buffaloes FC staged a dramatic comeback at Showgrounds to defeat Tongogara United FC 2-1. Lusambya Saidi had given the visitors an early lead in the 5th minute, but Aldridge Mubango equalised in the 72nd minute before Theophilus Musiteyi struck a stoppage-time winner in the 92nd minute.
Yadah FC also impressed on the road, edging Power FC 1-0 to secure their second consecutive win. Lenon Gonese converted a late penalty to seal the victory for the Miracle Boys.
At Maramba Stadium, Renco Mine FC salvaged a late 1-1 draw against 4 Lions FC. Simbarashe Nhamo had given the visitors a 26th-minute lead but Andrea Banda rescued a point for the hosts with a dramatic 91st-minute equaliser.
Meanwhile, Bikita Minerals FC were held to a goalless draw by Destiny Stars FC at Lithium Stadium.
Action in the league continues today, with Masvingo United FC hosting Mutare City Rovers at Mucheke Stadium while Bikita Chida Athletic Club take on Africa Mineral Ventures at Lithium Stadium.
