By Fanuel Chinowaita
July 14, 2025
Gomorefu, Bocha Marange– Unity Stars, a rural football team based at Gomorefu High School in Bocha Marange, continue to assert their dominance in the ZIFA Manicaland Division 2A League after edging Sisal Stars 1–0 in a crucial top-of-the-table clash over the weekend.
The vital away win cements Unity Stars’ position at the summit of the standings with 33 points from 14 matches. They have now recorded 10 wins, 3 draws, and just 1 loss this season, with 29 goals scored and only 16 conceded — a remarkable +13 goal difference.
Sisal Stars, who were trailing closely behind, were left frustrated as the loss sees them stuck in third place with 26 points from 13 games.
Unity Stars’ disciplined defensive unit and clinical edge in attack continue to be the cornerstone of their unbeaten run since Matchday 5. The team’s rise from a rural setting in Bocha Marange to provincial leadership is inspiring a wave of support across Manicaland.
In other weekend fixtures:
St. Mathias High beat Lasakubva 3–1, climbing to fifth with 23 points.
Sheckon Stars shocked Real Mutare with a 3–1 win away from home.
Africa University stunned Herentals Mutasa with a 3–0 victory.
Zimunya edged Rockstars 2–1 in a tight contest.
Sakubva United defeated Tisu Anhu Acho 1–0.
Brighter Days, currently second with 30 points, were held to a goalless draw by Sunrise.
Meanwhile, the relegation battle intensifies as Lasakubva, HVAK, and Broomz Panel Beaters remain anchored at the bottom of the table.
Top Five Teams (as of July 14, 2025):
Unity Stars – 33 pts
Brighter Days – 30 pts
Sisal Stars – 26 pts
Herentals Mutasa – 24 pts
St. Mathias High – 23 pts
Unity Stars are set to return to their home ground at Gomorefu High School next weekend, where local fans will be eager to witness another strong performance from the provincial pace-setters.
