By Tatiana Mhararira
Masvingo United FC popularly known as Una Una in the football circles maintained its unbeaten run after their latest draw against Great Zimbabwe University during match day 8 at Gathsmine Stadium leaving fans with confidence of the Premier Soccer League (PSL) campaign.
The draw against GZU FC demonstrated the team’s consistency and determination as they are yet to record a loss.
Speaking to TellZim News, a Masvingo United loyal fan, Aldridge Mavuna said the team was doing well with a mix of different players
“The team is playing very well with a good mix of experienced and new youth by looking at the first 11 for the past games and we are managing well our games and having proper rotation of players each game,” said Mavuna.
Mavuna also said their wish was for the team to get a ticket into the PSL and bring yesteryear glory days to Mucheke Stadium.
“From previous seasons we have been conceding more goals in the early stages of the campaign but it’s different this time and it gives a better edge of going forward. As a team we hope to gain promotion as we feel this is our year. It is our wish that this momentum stays and the boys keep up the morale and displaying good football,” said Mavuna.
Another staunch supporter, Samson Tatenda Masunga said he applauded the team’s management and the welfare of players which was bringing good results.
“This season our team is more organized than other seasons and I want to thank the team’s management which is working tirelessly towards the welfare of players even the replica and the logistics says it all, that alone is contributing to the good results by players,” said Masunga.
Una Una’s defensive discipline has been recorded as one of the best so far and their impressive beginning clearly shows the team’s hopes and aspirations for Premier Soccer League where it once belonged.
After match day 8 the team received its second draw and conceded their first goal of the season, even though the team has built a strong defense that stands as one of the best in the league.
Masvingo United FC has 14 points and two games in hand against FC Wangu Mazodze and JM Busha which was abandoned in the 66th due to bad weather that took place on the match day.
FC Hunters leads the table with 22 points, a point ahead of Tenax FC with 21 points who have played one game.
