Chapungu Football Club

CHAPUNGU COMPLETES GWERU DERBY DOUBLE IN STYLE

Chapungu Football Club underlined their dominance over Midlands State University FC with a commanding 4–1 victory in the Gweru Derby at Ascot Stadium this afternoon, completing a league double over their spirited neighbours.

The result follows Chapungu's 3–0 victory in the reverse fixture at MSU on April 19, meaning the Waru Waru boys have scored seven goals and conceded just one across the two derby encounters this season.

Farawu Matare opened the scoring in the 20th minute, tapping home a well-delivered cross before turning provider on the stroke of halftime, when his pinpoint delivery found Edward 'Kariba' Watson, who headed home to make it 2–0.

Two minutes after the restart, Thulani Ndimande rose highest to head home Tafadzwa Marufu's well-weighted free kick and extend Chapungu's advantage.

MSU FC pulled one back from the penalty spot in the 80th minute after Tanaka Zingwe was adjudged to have handled the ball inside the box, but Chapungu remained composed and sealed victory in the 90th minute when Marufu powered home at the near post following a defence-splitting pass from Brian 'Smesh' Ndlovu.

The result reflected Chapungu's attacking efficiency, tactical discipline and collective composure, particularly after MSU's late response.

Credit to MSU FC for their spirited and competitive performance throughout the derby.

A heartfelt to the Chapungu faithfuls who thronged Ascot Stadium in to rally behind Head Coach Tererai Zinyowera and his charges.

Focus now shifts to Matchday 22, with Chapungu travelling to Zvishavane to face Shabanie Mine Football Club at Maglas Stadium on Wednesday (August 26, 2026). Kick-off is at 1500hrs.

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CHAPUNGU BACK TO WINNING WAYS IN STYLE

Chapungu Football Club returned to winning ways in emphatic fashion, overcoming a determined Vhembe Stars Academy 4–0 in a crucial ZIFA Central Region Soccer League Matchday 19 game in hand at Ascot Stadium this afternoon.

The complexion of the contest changed in the 20th minute when the Vhembe Stars goalkeeper was shown a red card for denying Farawu Matare a clear goalscoring opportunity after bringing down the Chapungu new signing just outside the box.

Chapungu made the numerical advantage count eleven minutes later when Madlenkosi Gasela calmly finished a pinpoint cut-back from Matare to give the hosts a 1–0 lead at the break.

The Waru Waru continued to apply pressure after the interval and doubled their advantage in the 70th minute. Edward 'Kariba' Watson beat his marker before unselfishly squaring the ball to Brandon 'Szoboszlai' Manyenyawo, who calmly converted from close range.

Watson then added his name to the scoresheet in the 77th minute, confidently dispatching a penalty after a Vhembe Stars defender handled the ball inside the box.

Manyenyawo completed his brace four minutes later, rising superbly to head home a well-delivered corner from Brian 'Smesh' Ndlovu and cap a commanding Chapungu performance.

Despite the difficult circumstances, Vhembe Stars FC showed commendable fighting spirit and determination, and Chapungu FC acknowledges the visitors for a competitive contest.

A heartfelt to the Chapungu FC faithful who thronged Ascot Stadium and provided the support and energy that inspired the team to victory.

Attention now turns to Matchday 21, when Chapungu FC welcomes Midlands State University FC to Ascot Stadium this Sunday (August 23, 2026) for a much-anticipated Gweru Derby.

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WARU WARU SET FOR ASCOT SHOWDOWN

Chapungu Football Club welcomes Vhembe Stars FC of Beitbridge to Ascot Stadium tomorrow (Wednesday, 19 August 2026) for a crucial ZIFA Central Region Soccer League Matchday 19 game in hand. Kick-off is at 1500hrs.

With the race for the top spot intensifying, the boys will be determined to make home advantage count and collect maximum points as they seek to reignite their push for the league summit.

The blue-and-gold faithfuls in Gweru and beyond are invited to throng Ascot Stadium in and rally behind the boys as they battle for three valuable points.

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CHAPUNGU DENIED BY FINE MARGINS IN GWANDA

Chapungu Football Club suffered a narrow 1–0 defeat to hosts ZRP Gwanda in a tightly contested ZIFA Central Region Soccer League Matchday 20 encounter played at Phelandaba Stadium this afternoon.

The decisive moment arrived deep into first-half stoppage time, with ZRP Gwanda awarded a free kick just outside the Chapungu penalty area. The hosts made the opportunity count, producing a well-executed finish in the 45+5th minute to take a 1–0 lead into the break.

Chapungu responded with renewed purpose after the interval and created several opportunities in search of an equalizer. However, the final touch proved elusive as the hosts' defence held firm to protect their slender advantage.

Chapungu's task became even more challenging in the 80th minute when attacking midfielder Madlenkosi Galesa was shown a red card after receiving a second booking. Despite being reduced to 10 men, the boys continued to push forward and battled until the final whistle.

While the result was disappointing, Chapungu's determination and fighting spirit remained evident, particularly in their efforts to salvage something from the contest despite the numerical disadvantage.

A heartfelt head bow to the Chapungu FC faithfuls who made the journey to the gold-mining town of Gwanda to stand behind the boys. Your unwavering support does not go unnoticed.

Focus now shifts to the next assignment in Chapungu FC returns to Ascot Stadium on Wednesday (August 19, 2026) to host Vhembe Stars FC of Beitbridge. Kick-off is at 1500hrs.

The journey continues. The fighting spirit remains.

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🔥 MATCHDAY ALERT: CHAPUNGU FC ON THE ROAD FOR ANOTHER CRUCIAL BATTLE 🔥

The boys hit the road this Saturday (August 15, 2026), for a crucial Matchday 20 showdown against police side ZRP Gwanda in the ZIFA Central Region Soccer League at Phelandaba Stadium in the gold-mining town of Gwanda, with kick-off set for 1500hrs.

Chapungu Football Club will be looking to build on their impressive first-leg performance, having produced a polished and disciplined display to dispatch a resilient ZRP Gwanda FC 4–0 at Ascot Stadium on April 12, 2026.

With valuable points at stake and the race for the top spot intensifying, Coach Tererayi Zinyowera and his charges will be determined to complete the league double and strengthen their challenge at the summit.

The battle may be away from home, but the Waru Waru spirit knows no borders. We, therefore, call upon all our loyal Chapungu FC faithfuls to make the trip to Gwanda in , bring the noise and rally behind the boys as they fight for another crucial victory on the road.

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WARU WARU FALL TO BLANKET MINE IN TOP-OF-THE-TABLE CLASH

Chapungu Football Club suffered a 3–0 defeat to log leaders BlanketMine Football Club in a fiercely contested ZIFA Central Region Soccer League Matchday 18 top-of-the-table encounter played at Sabawe Stadium in the gold-mining town of Gwanda this afternoon.

The hosts broke the deadlock in the 26th minute through an unfortunate own goal before the complexion of the match changed six minutes later when Chapungu were reduced to 10 men following the dismissal of one of the defenders for a second bookable offence. The Waru Waru boys went into the halftime break trailing 1–0 but remained determined to fight their way back into the contest.

Playing with a numerical disadvantage for more than an hour, Chapungu displayed remarkable resilience and commitment against sustained pressure from the home side. Blanket Mine FC eventually doubled their advantage through a second own goal before Mbonisi Ncube sealed the victory in the 80th minute with a powerful strike that beat the Chapungu goalkeeper.

While the result did not go Chapungu's way, the team's fighting spirit and determination in difficult circumstances were evident throughout.

A heartfelt head bow goes to the Chapungu FC faithfuls who made the long journey to Gwanda to rally behind the team. Your unwavering support remains a source of strength and inspiration to the boys.

Attention now turns to Matchday 19, where Chapungu FC returns to Ascot Stadium after the Heroes and Defence Forces Day holidays to host Vhembe Stars FC in another important ZIFA Central Region Soccer League encounter.

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WARU WARU SET FOR BLOCKBUSTER TOP-OF-THE-TABLE SHOWDOWN

Chapungu Football Club resumes its ZIFA Central Region Soccer League campaign tomorrow (Sunday, 2 August 2026) with a mouth-watering Matchday 18 top-of-the-table clash against log leaders BlanketMine Football Club at Sabiwa Stadium in the gold-mining town of Gwanda. Kick-off is at 1500hrs.

The encounter marks the beginning of the second half of the season and pits together two of the league's standout performers in what promises to be a fiercely contested battle for supremacy. The reverse fixture at Ascot Stadium ended in a goalless draw, underlining just how evenly matched the two sides are.

Head Coach Tererayi Zinyowera's men will be eager to make a strong statement after an impressive first-round campaign, knowing that victory away from home would significantly strengthen their pursuit of the summit.

The Club calls upon the blue-and-gold faithfuls to travel to Sabawe Stadium in and rally behind the boys as they hunt for three priceless points in one of the biggest fixtures of the season.

The second half begins. The challenge is clear. The mission remains the same.

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WARU WARU EYES STRONG FIRST-HALF FINISH AS MATOBO FC VISIT ASCOT

Chapungu Football Club returns to league action tomorrow (Wednesday, 15 July 2026), when the Waru Waru boys welcome Matobo FC to Ascot Stadium for a crucial ZIFA Central Region Soccer League Matchday 17 encounter. Kick-off is at 1500hrs.

The fixture marks the final match of the first half of the season, with all 18 teams having faced each other once before the reverse fixtures begin. Having enjoyed another impressive campaign, Tererayi Zinyowera's men will be determined to finish the opening half on a high by securing maximum points and further strengthening their credentials as genuine contenders for top honours.

Matobo FC, however, are expected to provide a stern examination, setting the stage for what promises to be an entertaining and fiercely contested encounter between two determined sides.

The Club calls upon the blue-and-gold faithfuls to throng Ascot Stadium in and rally behind the boys as they bid to close the first half of the season in style.

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