Takudzwa Madondo
MUTARE-Deportivo La Murambinda delivered a commanding and disciplined performance to defeat Mutare City Rovers 3–1 in a thrilling Pacific Storm Eastern Region Soccer League Matchday 6 encounter at Chisamba Ground this afternoon.
It was a statement victory for Lovemore Dzoro’s men, who bounced back emphatically from last week’s setback against Chivhu Stars FC to secure three vital points on the road.
The visitors set the tone from the first whistle, controlling possession and dictating the tempo with crisp passing and relentless high pressing. Their dominance was rewarded through clinical strikes from Baison Khumalo, Adu George, and Norest Masaririma, whose finishing proved decisive in dismantling the Mutare City defence. Mutare City Rovers scored through Raymond Manangazira
Despite the scoreline, the contest was hard-fought. Mutare City Rovers threatened in spells and kept their home crowd entertained, but Deportivo’s organisation and composure in key moments proved the difference.
Speaking after the match, Deportivo La Murambinda head coach Lovemore Dzoro hailed his side’s resilience:
“We really played very well today. The boys showed character and determination, especially coming off a defeat. It was important for us to respond like this,” Dzoro said. “I also want to thank the fans who travelled all the way from Murambinda. Their support gave the players extra motivation.”
Mutare City Rovers head coach Brian Mukundu cut a frustrated figure post-match, conceding his side fell short in crucial areas. He vowed to return to the drawing board as his team looks to regroup ahead of their next fixture.
Tension had surrounded the build-up, with reports suggesting Mutare City Rovers players threatened not to disembark from their team bus over unpaid dues.
Other Matchday 6 Results played today
– Great Zimbabwe University FC 1–2 Bikita Minerals
– Africa Mineral Ventures 0–1 Tenax CS FC
– Chivhu Stars FC 1–1 Power FC ,
