Highlanders relinquished a first-half advantage to settle for a 1-1 stalemate against Manica Diamonds on Sunday at Barbourfields Stadium, jeopardizing their Premier League survival prospects. Melikhaya Ncube converted in the 31st minute to put the hosts ahead, but goalkeeper Ariel Sibanda's error allowed substitute Evans Katema to equalize during the 65th minute. The outcome left both squads alongside Dynamos and Chicken Inn at 38 points with one fixture remaining.
Coach Pieter de Jongh expressed disappointment after his team dominated possession and generated multiple scoring opportunities, including a stoppage-time miss by Reason Sibanda. Highlanders will face local rivals Chicken Inn in the final round, with both clubs facing potential relegation depending on results from other matches involving Dynamos and Manica Diamonds.
Coach Pieter de Jongh expressed disappointment after his team dominated possession and generated multiple scoring opportunities, including a stoppage-time miss by Reason Sibanda. Highlanders will face local rivals Chicken Inn in the final round, with both clubs facing potential relegation depending on results from other matches involving Dynamos and Manica Diamonds.
