SCOTTLAND . .[2] SIMBA BHORA . . [0]
SCOTTLAND ramped up pressure on log leaders MWOS with a statement victory over defending Castle Lager Premier Soccer League champions Simba Bhora at Rufaro Stadium yesterday.
Two quick-fire goals from substitute Michael Ta
pera, the second one a stunning strike from outside the box, were all the Tonderai Ndiraya-coached side needed to stretch their winning streak to three consecutive matches.
Tapera opened the scoring in the 80th minute, finishing off a rebound after Mthokozisi Msebe's effort had cannoned off the upright.
While the first goal was an instinctive finish from the former Manica Diamonds winger, his second was a beauty.
After winning possession inside the centre circle, the speedy winger outran his marker, Trevor Mavhunga, towards goal.
With most people expecting him to pass the ball to the lurking Khama Billiat, Tapera fired an unstoppable rocket into the top corner, a goal that would have made the watching former England and Liverpool player Emile Heskey proud.
Heskey was part of the crowd at Rufaro Stadium as he is in the country as part of a delegation from global investment firm, Zotus Group.
TOP entertainers Alick Macheso, Enzo Ishall, Chillsport, Nisha Ts, Oriyano and Delroy Shewe
TOP entertainers Alick Macheso, Enzo Ishall, Chillsport, Nisha Ts, Oriyano and Delroy Shewe will headline entertainers at this year’s 65th Castle Tankard race scheduled for Saturday, where a race involving 16 horses will see a lucky gambler walking away US$50 000 richer.
Speaking at a final acceptance event held at Borrowdale Racecourse in Harare recently, Kundai Mawema, Castle Lager marketing manager, confirmed Delta Beverages’ readiness for the 2025 Castle Tankard horse race.
This year’s event holds special significance for Castle Lager, as the brand celebrates 130 years of brewing excellence.
It will be running under the theme The Legacy Continues.
Mawema said the Castle Tankard was Africa’s oldest sponsored horse race in conjunction with the Mashonaland Turf Club and has over the years been one of the most widely followed sporting and entertainment event.
“We celebrate 130 years of great moments of refreshing generations and of building bonds across communities both locally and within the region,” she said.
“This milestone speaks to our rich heritage, resilience, passion and unwavering commitment to quality.
“Our theme for this year celebrates Castle Lager’s long-standing sponsorship of Tankard, which is more than just a partnership. It is a commitment to keeping the spirit of horse racing alive in Zimbabwe.
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