The Love Zimbabwe Under 18 Finals concluded today at Zimbabwe Grounds, and what a spectacle it was! Twenty-four teams from across Harare competed for the prestigious trophy, but in the end, it was a battle for Chitungwiza pride.

​The final pitted two Chitungwiza powerhouses, Ramah and Ruponeso, against each other. After a hard-fought match that saw neither team able to break the deadlock in regulation time, the game went to a nail-biting penalty shootout.

​In a dramatic finish, Ruponeso academy held their nerve and emerged victorious with a 5-4 win on penalties! A huge congratulations to Ruponeso for their triumph and to Ramah for a fantastic performance as worthy finalists.

We’d also like to extend a special congratulations to the individual award winners:

​Dexter Pedzisai of Ruponeso Academy for being named Goalkeeper of the Tournament. Your outstanding saves and command of the goal were crucial to your team’s success.
​Johna Rutsito of Ramah for earning the Player of the Tournament award. Your remarkable performance and impact on every game were a joy to watch.

​The results of this final truly underscore the dominance of Chitungwiza in youth football. It’s a testament to the dedication of the academies, coaches, and young players and the league putting in the work to develop the next generation of football stars.