Branton Matondo
MUTARE – Mutare Army-based side Buffaloes FC maintained its winning streak after disimissing Renco Mine by a goal to nil at Mutare Showgrounds over the weekend.
Buffaloes, which are fourth on the Eastern Region Division 1 log table, broke the deadlock after its striker fired a ferocious shot to the back of the net from a set piece in the first half. The goal separated the two teams after 90 minutes and an elated Buffaloes coach Shadreck Mugurasawe said his side is determined to win the championship this season though they started on a slow pace.
“It was a tight game but we managed to collect three points. We have to pull up our socks and maintain our winning form because we are determined to challenge the championship. The competition is high this season but I am happy that we are collecting maximum points,” said Mugurasawe.
He added that winning at home is crucial as it boosts confidence for both the players and supporters.
“Winning at home is always great; it motivates both the players and the fans. I am happy our fans are coming in their numbers when we are playing at home and we do not want to disappoint them. Winning also boosts players’ confidence and that is very important because we are yet to face some strong teams in the league,” said Mugurasawe.
“We cannot talk of FC Mazodze clinching the title because any team in the top six can walk away with the honors if you look at it closely. You can rule us out at your own peril but for now our focus is on our next assignment where we aim of collecting maximum points against FC Hunters,” he added.
Buffaloes now sit in the 4th position, 6 points behind log leaders Zhalala Zhululu as Wangu Mazodze is affectionately known.
FC Wangu Mazodze shot to the top of the log table after thwarting Tenax 3-0 at Mucheke Stadium last Sunday.
Bikita Minerals proved too good for Prince Tafirenyika and his Rusitu Tigers as they received a 3-2 thumping.
Surrey, who are also in top 10 mix came out victors against Masvingo United.
