By Ziyah News Reporter
Castle Lager Premier Soccer League leaders Scotland FC strengthened their hold at the top of the table after Match-Day 19, opening a five-point lead with 40 points from 19 matches.
According to Castle Lager Premier Soccer League update, the log leaders have been the league’s most consistent side, recording 11 wins, seven draws and just one defeat while boasting the best defensive record with only six goals conceded.
Second-placed Hardrock FC remain in the title race on 35 points and have a game in hand, keeping pressure on the leaders as the championship battle gathers momentum.
Level on 33 points, Herentals College FC and CAPS United FC occupy third and fourth place respectively, with goal difference separating the two sides.
Just behind them, Ngezi Platinum Stars FC sit fifth on 32 points, while Dynamos FC are sixth on 30 points with a match still to play.
The race for a top-eight finish also remains competitive, with Highlanders FC, MWOS FC and Simba Bhora FC all firmly in contention.
At the bottom of the table, TelOne FC, AGAMA FC and Manica Diamonds FC are tied on 13 points, showing an increasingly tense relegation battle.
Rock-bottom Triangle United FC remain rooted at the foot of the standings with 10 points and face an uphill task to avoid the drop as the second half of the season unfolds.