Highlanders settled for a 1-1 draw against ZPC Kariba on yesterday at Barbourfields Stadium during Castle Lager Premier Soccer League action. ZPC Kariba grabbed the opener when Kelvin Gwao headed home Ciphas Musikawanhu's free kick after 16 minutes. The visitors caught Highlanders defense off guard, and Gwao found space to beat goalkeeper Ariel Sibanda. Benjamin Adeogun wasted a clear chance before halftime for the home side.
Highlanders earned a penalty kick after Stanley Ngala fouled Reason Sibanda with an elbow. Melikhaya Ncube converted the spot kick to level the match after 58 minutes. Coach Pieter De Jongh blamed poor final passes, but ZPC Kariba manager Newton Chitewe praised his team's performance against hostile crowd conditions. Adeogun missed another late opportunity as both teams shared the points.
Highlanders earned a penalty kick after Stanley Ngala fouled Reason Sibanda with an elbow. Melikhaya Ncube converted the spot kick to level the match after 58 minutes. Coach Pieter De Jongh blamed poor final passes, but ZPC Kariba manager Newton Chitewe praised his team's performance against hostile crowd conditions. Adeogun missed another late opportunity as both teams shared the points.
