By Andrew Zhou
Mashava – Despite displaying captivating game against ZIFA Eastern Region Division One top team Masvingo United on Wednesday, Great Zimbabwe University failed to capitalize on an early lead resulting in another draw.
GZU FC’s form has raised concerns about the team’s league title aspirations with the team managing only three draws and three loses in the last six games.
In the match played at the Gathsmine Stadium, GZU scored first but failed to maintain the win resulting in a 1 all draw.
GZU FC took the lead in the early minutes of the first half, with a well-taken goal from Trevor Malubani that gave them the advantage going into the break. However, Masvingo United FC showed great resilience and determination, and their efforts paid off in the 78th minute when Adam Tende scored the equalizer.
GZU FC head coach Taurai Mabaya said, the draw was not a favorable result but said it was a consolation that they drew against one of the league top teams.
“We are not happy with the result but the team displayed good football. We however fell better that we lost to big teams and today we had a draw with another top team,” Said Mabaya.
He said the team was looking to build on this result in their upcoming match at home again on Saturday 24 May 2025 against Tongogara FC and promised fans of a definite win.
“We are building up the team so that we will win in our next match against Tongogara match over the weekend. Said Mabaya.