Dynamos have endured a frustrating start to their 2025 Premier Soccer League (PSL) campaign, but this past weekend, they finally broke their winless streak with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Simba Bhora. It was a much-needed result for the Glamour Boys, who have struggled to assert their dominance in the opening four matchdays of the season.
Before this victory, Dynamos had been unable to find a way past their opponents, drawing every match they played. Their season opener against ZPC Kariba ended in a goalless stalemate, followed by another 0-0 draw against Herentals. In their third fixture, they managed to find the back of the net against TelOne, but even then, the match ended 1-1, leaving them still in search of a first win. For a club of Dynamos’ stature, regarded as one of Zimbabwean football’s forefather teams, this run of results was seen as disappointing and even embarrassing for some of their supporters.
The primary concern surrounding their underwhelming start has been their lack of attacking firepower. Scoring goals has been a major issue, with Dynamos failing to find the net in two of their four opening games. Many have pointed fingers at the team’s strikers, questioning whether they have the quality to deliver in front of goal. Others argue that the problem is more structural, with the team’s attacking setup failing to create clear-cut chances. Whatever the case, the slow start has raised important questions about whether Dynamos can still be considered one of the league’s most competitive sides.
However, it is important to remember that football operates in cycles. Teams go through phases of dominance and struggle, and even the most successful clubs face periods of inconsistency. While Dynamos’ current situation is far from ideal, it is not unusual for big teams to experience dips in form, especially in a league where tactical evolution is constant. Other PSL teams have improved, with many sides implementing new strategies that make them more difficult to break down. This could explain why Dynamos have found it harder to impose themselves in games, as opponents are now better prepared to counter their style of play.
Despite the early setbacks, the victory over Simba Bhora provides a foundation for Dynamos to rebuild their confidence. Securing three points against a worthy opponent is a step in the right direction, and they will now look to carry this momentum into their upcoming match against Manica Diamonds on Matchday 5. Sitting in sixth place on the league table, Dynamos are still within reach of the top spots, but they must show more consistency if they are to challenge for the title this season.
With the pressure now somewhat eased, the focus will be on whether Dynamos can turn this win into a sustained run of good form. The result against Simba Bhora was encouraging, but tougher tests lie ahead. Their response in the coming weeks will determine if this was simply a one-off success or the start of a genuine resurgence.
