-heads for photo finish
Faith Ndou
The ZIFA Pacific Storm Eastern Region Soccer League title race has been dramatically reignited following a thrilling weekend of action that saw top contenders shuffle positions and pressure mount, with just three matches left to play.
Masvingo United FC now sit at the summit with 61 points after edging Chivhu FC 1-0 at Mucheke Stadium on Sunday.
The victory coincided with a shock 1-0 defeat for FC Hunters at the hands of relegation-threatened Renco Mine FC, a result that opened the door for the chasing pack.
Third placed Tenax Correctional Services Football Club also tightened the race, dismantling St Paul’s Musami 4-1 away from home to move within three points of the top team.
The final three fixtures for each title contender are now crucial.
Masvingo United FC: FC Hunters (A), Manica D U19 (H), Tenax CS FC (A)
FC Hunters: Masvingo United (H), Tenax CS FC (H), DLA Murambinda (A)
Tenax CS FC: Renco Mine FC (H), FC Hunters (A), Masvingo United (H)
This coming weekend will be particularly decisive.
Masvingo United FC travels to Rudhaka Stadium to face FC Hunters in what promises to be an intense, emotional and potentially season defining clash between two title favourites. A win for either side could shift momentum dramatically.
Meanwhile, Tenax CS FC will be hosting Renco Mine FC, a side high in confidence after their giant killing performance against FC Hunters.
With the stakes higher than ever, the Pacific Storm Eastern Region Soccer League is now at boiling point.
Every goal, every save and every result could determine who earns the ultimate promotion to the Premier Soccer League.
