Bulawayo Chiefs received their Zifa Southern Region Division One championship trophy on Sunday, one day after officials dismissed allegations of improper player registration that had cast doubt over their title win. The club secured promotion to the Premier Soccer League following a 2-0 victory at Chiefs Village, with Lewis Milanzi and Jameson Masaza providing the goals in their final match of the season.
Hwange FC and Nkayi United had filed complaints concerning striker Anesu Saiti, claiming his mid-season transfer from Bulawayo City violated league regulations because he had already appeared for his former club during the same campaign. The challengers argued that Bulawayo City failed to provide the required clearance documentation for the move.
Zifa Southern Region chairman Lloyd Munhanga confirmed that the disciplinary committee found no violations after reviewing the case. He stated that all registration procedures were properly followed and that certain individuals had misunderstood the governing rules. The ruling allowed Bulawayo Chiefs to claim their championship and begin preparations for top-flight competition.
Hwange FC and Nkayi United had filed complaints concerning striker Anesu Saiti, claiming his mid-season transfer from Bulawayo City violated league regulations because he had already appeared for his former club during the same campaign. The challengers argued that Bulawayo City failed to provide the required clearance documentation for the move.
Zifa Southern Region chairman Lloyd Munhanga confirmed that the disciplinary committee found no violations after reviewing the case. He stated that all registration procedures were properly followed and that certain individuals had misunderstood the governing rules. The ruling allowed Bulawayo Chiefs to claim their championship and begin preparations for top-flight competition.
