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Madombidzha Poverty FC were crowned the champions of the SuperSpar Soccer tournament when they beat Muraleni United 4-3 at Tshiozwi on Sunday.
The match ended in a goalless draw and the winner was determined through a penalty shoot-out.
It was a well-balanced game, but Poverty created more scoring opportunities. When United started to demonstrate their rough skills, Referee Mr Mendula Sadiki calmed the situation by reprimanding Rhulani Maringa with a card. Maringa had brutally tackled Dakalo Nwanamidwa from behind.
The keeper of Poverty, Tshimanagdzo Masala, made his presence felt in the 30th minute. United were awarded a free kick just outside the box. Balo Mathavha unleashed from the set piece, but Masala impressed even the opponents when he braved the hot shot and executed a brilliant save.
The captain of United, John Marindi, was lucky to get away with a yellow card. He handled the ball intentionally, but the referee only flashed a yellow card when everyone thought Marindi would be taking an early shower.
In the 80th minute, Rendani Muthambi of Poverty shot wide from close range after receiving a neat pass from Godwin Mahuwa. As if that was not enough to stir up the fans, Muthambi caused another upset three minutes later. He released aimlessly from outside the box, much to the disappointment of the team’s supporters.
Sport - Date: 15 August 2014
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Kaizer Nengovhela started writing stories for Limpopo Mirror in 2000. Prior to that he had a five year stint at Phala-Phala FM as sports presenter. In 2005 Kaizer received an award from the province's premier as Best Sports Presenter. The same year he was also nominated as Best Sports Reporter by the Makhado Municipality. Kaizer was awarded the Mathatha Tsedu award in 2014.
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