As the Castle Lager Premier Soccer League (PSL) title race intensifies, log leaders Simba Bhora and second-placed FC Platinum face challenging matches this weekend.
Simba Bhora will host CAPS United at Wadzanayi Stadium in Shamva on Saturday, November 2. A victory would extend their lead to nine points over FC Platinum, at least temporarily, as they seek to solidify their position at the top of the table.
On Sunday, FC Platinum will take on Dynamos at Rufaro Stadium, knowing they must secure three points to keep their hopes alive for overtaking Simba Bhora in the title race.
Both teams have four matches remaining before the season concludes, making this weekend’s MatchDay 31 fixtures crucial.
In other action, defending champions Ngezi Platinum Stars will host relegation-threatened Bikita Minerals at Baobab Stadium.
Currently, in 15th place, Bikita Minerals has 31 points from 30 matches and is in urgent need of points to avoid relegation.
TelOne, sitting in 10th position with 38 points, will welcome Herentals College at Ascot Stadium. Meanwhile, Bulawayo Chiefs will host Arenel Movers at Luveve Stadium, and Yadah will face ZPC Kariba at Heart Stadium.
On Sunday, Chegutu Pirates, another team facing relegation, will host Chicken Inn at Baobab Stadium, while Hwange takes on Manica Diamonds at the Colliery Stadium. Highlanders will also play Greenfuel at Barbourfields Stadium.
With Bikita Minerals (31 points), Hwange (29 points), Chegutu Pirates (26 points), and Arenel Movers (22 points) all in desperate need of points, the battle against relegation is heating up as the season approaches its conclusion.
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