Football famine continues for Harare fans as topflight matches remain outside capital

Philemon Jambaya

Harare football fans will have to endure an extended wait for the return of top-tier football action to the capital city. Local stadia, Rufaro and Heart Stadium, haven't received the green light to host Premier League matches due to failing certification requirements.

This unfortunate situation forces fixture adjustments. Herentals and CAPS United are displaced to Nyamhunga Stadium in Kariba, while Dynamos travels to Bulawayo’s Barbourfields Stadium to face Hwange.

Adding to the disruption, the Tenax versus Bikita Minerals case awaits resolution. The winner of this ongoing dispute will host Yadah next Wednesday, with the venue yet to be determined.

Despite these challenges, a sense of optimism prevails. Organisers anticipate resolving all outstanding issues by Thursday, paving the way for a more settled schedule.

 Matchday 2 Fixtures:

Saturday

Simba Bhora vs GreenFuel (Wadzanai)

TelOne vs Manica Diamonds (Bata)

Ngezi Platinum vs FC Platinum

Chicken Inn vs Arenel (Luveve)

Herentals vs CAPS United (Nyamhunga)

Dynamos vs Hwange (Barbourfields)

Sunday

Bulawayo Chiefs vs Highlanders (Barbourfields)

Chegutu Pirates vs ZPC Kariba (Baobab)

Wednesday, March 20:

Zifa Eastern Region Soccer League Champions vs Yadah (Venue TBA))