Newcomers conquer, topping PSL charts!

Philemon Jambaya

Zim Now Editor

The Castle Lager Premier Soccer League has witnessed a seismic shift, a thrilling narrative written by the unlikeliest of heroes. MWOS, the league's fresh-faced debutants, have stormed to the summit, their audacious spirit and tactical prowess leaving seasoned veterans in their wake. A resounding two-nil victory over Yadah this weekend sealed their place at the top.

Dubbed "The Punters," MWOS entered the season with little fanfare, but their actions have spoken volumes. Their inaugural match saw them stun Bulawayo giants Highlanders with a decisive one-nil triumph, a statement of intent that reverberated across the league. A hard-fought one-all draw against Bikita Minerals on the road followed, demonstrating their resilience and adaptability.

Their latest conquest, a commanding two-nil win over Yadah, propelled them to the pinnacle of the table, boasting an impressive seven points from three matches. Notably, they remain undefeated, their journey a captivating tale of underdog triumph.

Nipping at their heels are Ngezi Platinum, also with seven points, who secured a narrow one-nil victory over Scotland. Scotland, who previously held the top spot, have slipped to third, tied with Manica Diamonds, both possessing six points.

The league's elite, FC Platinum and defending champions Simba Bhora, occupy fifth and sixth positions, respectively, with five points each. A tightly packed mid-table sees Highlanders, TelOne, CAPS United, Herentals, and Kwekwe United all tied on four points, vying for position.

The traditional giants, Chicken Inn and Dynamos, find themselves languishing in 12th and 13th places, each with three points, struggling to find their rhythm. Green Fuel teeters just above the relegation zone with two points.

At the bottom, Bikita Minerals, ZPC Kariba, Yadah, and Triangle United are yet to find their footing, desperately seeking their first taste of victory.

MWOS's meteoric rise has injected a thrilling dose of unpredictability into the PSL, proving that passion, determination, and tactical acumen can triumph over experience.