Matchday 27 of the Castle Lager Premier Soccer League sees Ngezi Platinum Stars hosting FC Platinum at the Baobab Stadium, with the home side looking to extend their impressive unbeaten run.
Ngezi come into this fixture brimming with confidence after a dramatic 3-2 victory over Yadah last weekend, where they overturned a 2-0 deficit thanks to a brace from in-form forward Talent Chamboko. Ngezi has been formidable at home this season, winning seven matches, drawing four, and losing only twice at the Baobab. That consistency, coupled with their current form, makes them strong favourites heading into this tie.
For FC Platinum, it’s been a frustrating run. The Zvishavane outfit has slumped to three consecutive defeats, denting their momentum at a crucial stage of the season. While their away record has been decent — four wins, seven draws, and just two defeats — their recent dip in performance will be a major concern for coach Norman Mapeza and his technical team.
With the home crowd behind them and their confidence soaring, Ngezi will be eager to capitalise on Platinum’s struggles and tighten their grip near the top end of the table. Expect them to rely heavily on Chamboko’s red-hot form and their ability to control matches at home.
While FC Platinum’s experience and resilience could still make this a tightly contested affair, the balance of form and momentum points towards a narrow Ngezi victory.
