Bulawayo giants Highlanders continued their strong recent form, securing a 2-0 win over local rivals Bulawayo Chiefs in the latest Castle Lager Premier Soccer League derby on Sunday.
This victory followed Highlanders’ previous 2-0 triumph over arch-rivals Dynamos in the “Battle of Zimbabwe”.
Malvern Sibanda’s deflected free-kick just before halftime and a second-half goal from Peter Muduhwa sealed the three points for Highlanders.
Dynamos, who had previously suffered a demoralizing defeat against Highlanders, managed to secure maximum points in their match against Hwange.
A 32nd-minute header from Kevin Moyo, assisted by Nomore Chinyerere’s corner, was enough for DeMbare to claim the victory.
At Rufaro Stadium, Herentals defeated CAPS United 1-0 after a mistake by CAPS goalkeeper Tonderai Mateyaunga allowed Herentals captain Godfrey Mukambi to bundle the ball home from a corner kick.
On Saturday, Khama Billiat scored his 8th goal of the 2024 PSL season, helping Yadah to a 2-0 victory over Bikita Minerals.
In the top-of-the-table clash, FC Platinum and Ngezi Platinum Stars played out a 0-0 draw, with both coaches adopting a cautious approach.
After 19 rounds of fixtures, FC Platinum remain top of the league standings with 39 points, followed by Ngezi Platinum Stars in second with 34 points.
Simba Bhora also have 34 points in third, while Manica Diamonds are in fourth with 33 points. Highlanders and Dynamos occupy the fifth and sixth positions with 32 and 27 points, respectively.
Here are the Castle Lager Premier Soccer League Matchday 19 results at a glance:
- Yadah 2-0 Bikita Minerals
- Greenfuel 1-1 Simba Bhora
- ZPC Kariba 0-0 Chegutu Pirates
- FC Platinum 0-0 Ngezi Platinum
- Arenel Movers 0-1 Chicken Inn
- Hwange 0-1 Dynamos
- Highlanders 2-0 Bulawayo Chiefs
- Manica Diamonds 0-0 Telone
- CAPS United 0-1 Herentals
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