By Takudzwa Mashumba
Harare, Zimbabwe. (News of The South) –
It was the mother of all events in Nkayi South at Gwelutshena where a select team from Harare East constituency battled it out with Nkayi South constituency select team for Unity day commemorations soccer tournament.
Gwelutshena is located in the region of Matabeleland North. Matabeleland North’s capital Lupane (Lupane) is approximately 101 km / 63 mi away from Gwelutshena. The distance from Gwelutshena to Zimbabwe’s capital Harare (Harare) is approximately 263 km.
Winning team from Harare East walked away with soccer kits balls as well as trophies.
The day was graced by ZIFA and CAF officials who includes Ernest Sibanda, Mighty warriors coach Mulauzi, Zimbabwe under 17 head coach who took turns officiating the match.
Special guest and host of the tournament Hon Minister Amai Nyoni expressed gratitude to the delegation from Harare East for honoring the invite within a short space of time.
It was joys and jubilations as 6 youths from Gwelutshena had their talents identified and got shortlisted for trials next year with big premier soccer league teams including Highlanders.
An entourage from Harare East led by their Member of Parliament and other thousands from Nkayi South constituency gathered at Gwelutshena to support and commemorate the historic national day through sports.
“Football can unite our nation and we can celebrate this landmark agreement towards preserving peace and harmony through football”, said Honourable Mukupe.
He also urged the identified youths to take the opportunity seriously as a blessing to Gwelutshena and their families as well.
Below is the tournament in pictures.
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