Ngezi Platinum Stars shoot to the top

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Triangle United FC——–(0)0

By Innocent Muchochomi in Ngezi

Farai Madhanga’s sole goal against winless Triangle United lifted Ngezi Platinum Stars to the top of the Zimbabwe Castle Premier Soccer League standings, following a goalless draw between MWOS FC and FC Platinum.

Ngezi have now collected 10 points from the four games they have played while second-placed MWOS have 8 points

On Saturday, in a match Triangle United will regret, as they missed several clear chances, Madhanga rose to head in a corner delivered by Ashwin Karengesha in the 69th minute triggering celebrations at Baobab Stadium.

As newcomers to the league, Triangle remains without a win, struggling with a poor conversion rate and being thwarted by the impressive Ngezi goalkeeper, Darlington Murasiranwa, who denied them a goal in their fourth consecutive loss.

Despite the defeat, Triangle’s coach, Luke Masomere, praised his players’ performance but expressed his disappointment over their inability to score.

“It was a good performance from the boys, both offensively and defensively. If we had utilized the chances we created, we could have won this game, but we need to work on our conversion rate,” he stated.

Ngezi’s coach, Takesure Chiragwi, attributed his team’s victory to their fighting spirit and noted that their loss of form was likely due to the international break.

“We didn’t start well today. We began at a slow pace, and even our passing game was off—probably because of the break,” he explained.

Although Ngezi is still undefeated, Chiragwi emphasized that it is too early to discuss their chances of clinching the league championship. However, he is pleased with how they have started the season.

“I’m happy that we began this year on a high note, unlike in previous seasons. What is important at this early stage is to build confidence in our players and ensure we win games.”