By Tatiana Mhararira
Chesvingo All Stars FC emerged victorious in the Mucheke Social League, Africabet sponsored tournament defeating Ajax Rujeko FC in the final match on June 21, 2025 at Mucheke stadium.
The tournament featured top teams from the league and it showcased exceptional talent and sportsmanship with Chesvingo All Stars FC walking away with a US$150 cash prize and a soccer kit.
Chesvingo All Stars was in group B that comprised of Mustafa FC, Ajax Rujeko FC and Flying Eagles while group A had Henessy, Deportivo, Yavakomana and Plato Pirates.
Speaking to TellZim News Chesvingo All Stars FC coach John Chidembo said the team was excited with the win and their hard work paid off though the competition was stiff.
“We are happy that we won the Africabet football tournament and I give a round of applause to the players who worked very hard and put a spirited effort. This is one of our greatest achievements after we won the Mucheke Social League in 2019.
“We will also capitalize on this outstanding performance and improve in the Mucheke Social league where currently we are on position four with 18 points from the 11 games played so far,” said Chidembo.
Chesvingo All Stars captain Blessing Zvinoitavamwe said the tournament gave them room to interact with other players at a different level and also improve their skills for the social league.
“The Africabet tournament was important to us as we mingled with other players at a different level of competition and we also got to perfect our skills for the social league games where we are moving up the ladder to the top position.
“I applaud these tournaments as they are important in promoting football and keeping the youths occupied, away from vices such as drug and substance abuse. The tournament will go a long way in nurturing young talents as they start participating at low tournaments gaining skills for other big tournaments,” said Zvinoitavamwe.
Africabet International is an international sports book company with its core businesses in Sports Betting, Horse Racing, Casino Games, Virtual Games and Lottery. They provide world class entertaining gaming services while fulfilling community and stakeholders’ commitments.
Africabet’s sponsorship of the tournament highlights the company’s commitment to promoting sports development in Masvingo urban.
