Chicken Inn secured a narrow victory against ZPC Kariba at Luveve Stadium after defender Itai Mabhunu converted a late corner kick opportunity. The Gamecocks required ninety minutes plus additional time to overcome their opponents' defensive resistance. Mabhunu reacted fastest to a loose ball inside the penalty area during stoppage time. The goal delivered three points and extended Chicken Inn's perfect home record to three consecutive victories. Coach Joey Antipas expressed satisfaction despite his team's struggle to break down the visitors' organized defense.
ZPC Kariba manager Newton Chitewe acknowledged that a momentary loss of concentration proved decisive. Arthur Chinda and Malvin Majika repeatedly tested the visitors' right defensive flank throughout the match. Walter Vuwa missed a promising first-half chance when he attempted to control rather than strike Chinda's cross. Tadiwa Muchenje nearly scored before Marshall Gavaza cleared his effort off the goal line. Lincoln Mangaira failed to direct his header on target from Xolani Ndlovu's free kick delivery.
ZPC Kariba manager Newton Chitewe acknowledged that a momentary loss of concentration proved decisive. Arthur Chinda and Malvin Majika repeatedly tested the visitors' right defensive flank throughout the match. Walter Vuwa missed a promising first-half chance when he attempted to control rather than strike Chinda's cross. Tadiwa Muchenje nearly scored before Marshall Gavaza cleared his effort off the goal line. Lincoln Mangaira failed to direct his header on target from Xolani Ndlovu's free kick delivery.
