Decide Nhendo
Masvingo United FC (Una Una) were crowned Masvingo Province Defense Forces Cup champions after dismissing the army side United Lions FC by one goal to nil at Mucheke Stadium on August 15 2023.
Una Una veteran player Kudzanai (Dudu) Kwachi scored a stunner after he converted a corner kick into a magnificent goal which decided the match outcome in favor of his team to lift the trophy which was sponsored by Econet Zimbabwe.
Masvingo United spokesperson Omen Mafa said despite being called late to participate in the tournament they performed well, as earlier the Zimbabwe National Army based side United Lions had invited a Mozambican army based side but they failed to show up.
“Despite having received the invitation to participate in the tournament two hours before kickoff and despite the fact that most of our players are out following the league break, Una Una did not disappoint its supporters,” said Mafa.
He said the match gave them a chance to try new combinations and prepare for the final half of the league.
“Una Una used the match as part of its preparations for the second leg and trying new combinations,” said Mafa.
Masvingo United was on fire as the players were distributing excellent passes on the first half missing one or two chances and finally managing to lead through Dudu’s header which was the solitary goal of the day.
On the second half Masvingo United started well but they failed to utilize chances and the army side also picked up pace on the final quarter of the second half but they failed to score until the final whistle was blown.
Masvingo United also dismissed the flamboyant Harare based side, Mabvuku FC.
