By Tatiana Mhararira
FC Wangu Mazodze is gearing up to put an end to FC Hunters’ impressive unbeaten record when the two teams clash in a highly anticipated match at Mucheke Stadium tomorrow (May 17).
With a winning mentality and a squad buzzing with confidence, Mazodze’s men are determined to cause an upset and send a strong message to their opponents.
Playing on their home turf, the Kingdom Boys look to harness the energy of their passionate fans to fuel their quest for victory and claim bragging rights in the process.
Both teams are vying for supremacy with FC Wangu Mazodze on position six with 8 points being in need of ending FC Hunters’ winning streak by taking the three points.
FC Wangu Mazodze spokesperson Blessing Kwesha said the game was going to be an interesting one as they will be playing against their former coach and players and their goal was to win.
‘The interesting fact about this game is that we are playing against our former coach and players and this is a game to look out for. We have players who can display good football and we are confident that we will beat Hunters at our home ground and grab all the three points.
“We are taking this like any other game and as it stands we are now winning games, the real Mazodze is back and our supporters are also happy. We are at a stage where we believe we can compete with any team,” said Kwesha.
FC Hunters, riding high on a flawless run, will look to continue their dominance against the reviving Kingdom Boys.
In an interview with TellZim News, former FC Wangu Mazodze and now FC Hunters coach John Nyikadzino said they were preparing for the match and were looking for the best results for the team even though he was playing against his former team.
“We are still preparing for the match and we have a clean sheet already. It’s normal for any seasoned coach to play against his former club or clubs.
“FC Wangu Mazodze are in the Eastern Region Soccer League and we treat them like any other club in the region thus we respect them. We have played six games this season and it’s too early to look at our current log standings. We are more worried with improving the team game by game and so far I am happy with the progress of the team from preseason to date,” said Nyikadzino.
The Clever Boys’ recent 7-1 demolition of Manica Diamonds U19 showcased their ruthless efficiency, sending a clear message to their upcoming opponents that when Hunters go out for hunting they mean business.
Nyikadzino guided Wangu Mazodze to a second place finish last season narrowly missing out on the Premier Soccer League (PSL) championship to Triangle United FC due to goal difference.
Last season FC Hunters finished on fourth position with 58 points and Nyikadzino is determined to lead his new team to victory this season.
The major highlight of match day 7 include the suspension of Destiny Stars FC coach Clifford Dzvairo who won’t be on the touchline during the team’s game against Great Zimbabwe University FC AT Chisamba Stadium.
