Genius Mutungamiri Named LuckyBets Player of the Match as ZPC Kariba Edge Chicken Inn
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Genius Mutungamiri was named LuckyBets Player of the Match after delivering a commanding performance in midfield to inspire ZPC Kariba to a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Chicken Inn FC in their Castle Lager Premier Soccer League Matchday 15 encounter at Nyamhunga Stadium.
The attacking midfielder played a key role throughout the match, dictating tempo in the middle of the park and linking play effectively as ZPC Kariba controlled important phases of the game against a determined Chicken Inn side.
The decisive moment of the contest came in the 23rd minute when Collin Muleya rose highest to head home from a well-delivered free-kick set piece, giving ZPC Kariba a crucial breakthrough in a tightly contested encounter.
After taking the lead, ZPC Kariba remained organised and disciplined, with Mutungamiri continuing to influence proceedings through his movement, passing, and ability to relieve pressure when Chicken Inn pushed forward in search of an equaliser.
Chicken Inn created several attacking moments, especially in the second half, but were unable to break through a resilient ZPC Kariba defence that held firm under sustained pressure.
Mutungamiri’s overall performance, combined with his contribution to ZPC Kariba’s control in midfield, earned him the LuckyBets Player of the Match award as the hosts secured all three points.
The result gave ZPC Kariba a valuable home victory, while Chicken Inn were left to reflect on missed opportunities in a closely contested fixture decided by a single set-piece goal.
