By McGeorge Mbare
THE ZIFA Matabeleland South Division 2 Pool A Match Day 5 promises exciting encounters, with several top sides looking to strengthen their positions while others chase crucial points to escape the relegation zone.
The round will see Vhembe Stars Academy U19, Dulibadzimu United U19, and defending champions Beitbridge Juicing FC all playing away from home on Sunday July 26, 2026.
Dulibadzimu United U19 travel to Siyaso FC determined to register their first victory of the season. With both teams occupying the bottom end of the standings, the fixture presents a valuable opportunity for either side to move away from the relegation zone.
Dulibadzimu United sit in 9th position with 1 point, while Siyaso sit 10th and bottom of the table after 3 matches.
Vhembe Stars Academy U19 face a stern test on the road against Cawood FC as they seek to keep pace with the league leaders West Nicholson . After a narrow 1-0 defeat to defending champions Beitbridge Juicing FC, Vhembe Stars Academy U19 will be eager to return to winning ways on Match Day 5.
Vhembe Stars Academy sit third on the table with 6 points, just 4 points behind log leaders West Nicholson U19.
Defending champions Beitbridge Juicing FC will lock horns with Nottingham FC at Nottingham Estate. Fresh from their hard-fought win over Vhembe Stars Academy U19, the reigning champions will be aiming to build momentum and climb further up the table.
West Nicholson will take on second placed Bishopstone at Muchato Ground.
Log leaders West Nicholson sit at the top of the standings with ten points and will be hoping results go in their favour to maintain their advantage. Bishopstone FC are second on six points and will also be looking to dethrone West Nicholson to close up the gap.
Speaking to Ziyah News Network, Vhembe Stars Academy U19 head coach Paul Mugabiri expressed confidence ahead of the encounter
“We are looking forward to securing maximum points in every game we play. It doesn’t matter who the opponent is, our focus is always on getting the best result”Mugabiri Said.
With crucial points at stake across the table, the match day 5 is expected to produce another entertaining weekend of football as the title race and the battle to move up the standings continue to gather momentum.
This weekend’s Round 5 fixtures
Siyaso FC vs Dulibadzimu United U1
Nottingham FC vs Beitbridge Juicing FC
Cawood FC vs Vhembe Stars Academy U19
Bishopstone FC vs West Academy
Ha Mozy FC vs Tshaswingo Soccer Academy