FC Platinum won their third Uhuru Cup after beating Simba Bhora in penalty kicks at Gokwe. This marked the first top league match ever played in the Gokwe district, part of the government's plans to spread events across the country. Many people waited patiently until evening, when the game finally started. The match was shorter because of a wet field and poor lighting, but local fans still enjoyed seeing famous players perform live.
The teams played to a scoreless draw before FC Platinum won 3-0 in the shootout. Three FC Platinum players scored their penalties, but all Simba Bhora players missed theirs. Coach Mapeza said they came mainly to celebrate independence rather than just win a trophy. Women played in the Independence Cup for the first time, with Herentals Queens defeating Black Rhinos earlier. This helped create better sports facilities at Nembudziya that will remain for future use.
In Bulawayo, Chicken Inn beat Highlanders 1-0 thanks to goalkeeper Ngwenya and scorer Mutenha. Both teams used backup players who wanted to prove themselves worthy of starting positions. Chicken Inn's coach praised his team for showing they deserve more playing time. Ngezi Platinum also celebrated with a 3-0 win against Mwos during independence events in Mashonaland West.
The teams played to a scoreless draw before FC Platinum won 3-0 in the shootout. Three FC Platinum players scored their penalties, but all Simba Bhora players missed theirs. Coach Mapeza said they came mainly to celebrate independence rather than just win a trophy. Women played in the Independence Cup for the first time, with Herentals Queens defeating Black Rhinos earlier. This helped create better sports facilities at Nembudziya that will remain for future use.
In Bulawayo, Chicken Inn beat Highlanders 1-0 thanks to goalkeeper Ngwenya and scorer Mutenha. Both teams used backup players who wanted to prove themselves worthy of starting positions. Chicken Inn's coach praised his team for showing they deserve more playing time. Ngezi Platinum also celebrated with a 3-0 win against Mwos during independence events in Mashonaland West.
