Sambandou United Professionals, better known as Sapro, were crowned the champions of the Ramzas Soccer Tournament at the Makonde Stadium last Saturday.

They beat Lukau FC 9-8 in the final. The winner was determined through penalty shoot-out after a 2-2 draw at the end of regulation time.

Sapro were presented with R10 000 and a floating trophy during a ceremony that was held at the stadium shortly after the final. Lukau FC went home with R5 000. The third-placed Ficus FC received R2 000. Makuya Try Again, who finished in fourth position, received a cash prize of R1 000.

United Professionals and Lukau FC also received soccer kits. Jerry Mpofu of Ficus FC received the top-goal-scorer award and Mulisa Netshitongwe of United Professionals was the player of the tournament. His team-mate, Thabelo Nenungwi, was the goalkeeper of the tournament. The winners of the individual awards each received a trophy.

Eleven teams, Tshibvumo Young Stars, Mashishi Spurs FC, Rambuda Young Fighters, Sambandou Seven Hunters, Tshitavha Arsenal, Thengwe Flying Peace, Lukau Hot Aces, Makuya Try Again, Ficus FC, Lukau FC and the champions, Sambandou United Professionals, took part in the tournament. During the post-match presentation, the sponsor, Mr Lucky Ramano, revealed that he will continue to sponsor the tournament in coming years.