Branton Matondo
Former FC Platinum goalkeeper has joined the great trek of footballers seeking greener pastures by making a move north of the Zambezi where he joined Konkola Blades FC on a three year contract.
Speaking to TellZim News the former FC Platinum underrated goal minder Spencer Ngwerume expressed excitement on the move to Zambian ZEDBOLA National First Division side Konkola Blades.
“It’s always good to taste fresh waters. Konkola Blades are a big team this side. It’s a new challenge for me because l am learning to play football differently. The system is different so l have to adapt and get used to it so that l can settle. They have a project to go back into Premier Soccer League and it’s an honor to be part of that project,” said Ngwerume.
He added that football in Zambia is a bit physically demanding as compared to that played in Zimbabwe.
“Yes, football this side is a bit physical as compared to the way we play in Zimbabwe. Your fitness level determines the way you perform. But all in all, the league is competitive. I can’t wait to register my first debut and contribute to the team,” added Ngwerume.
Konkola Blades who are under the tutelage of John Munkonje occupy third position after 19 games.
At the summit of the National first division is Trident Fc with 38 points followed by Mufulira Wanderers on 36 points.
They were relegated from the MTN Super League 2022 edition.
Ngwerume joins fellow countryman Colleen Phiri who plies his trade with City of Lusaka currently on position 9 with 27 points on the log standings.
Ngwerume last played local football with newly promoted Gweru-based Sheasham FC who got promoted from Ruvimbo Funeral Central Region Division 1
League and is a product of FC Platinum Under-19 side before he was promoted to the senior team from 2017 to 2019.
He was a fourth choice goal keeper in goal guarding pack led by first choice Petros Mhari.
