Online Reporter
Fungai Muderere
FOR the first time in almost two full Castle Lager Premier Soccer League (PSL) seasons, one of Zimbabwe’s most consistent defenders will be forced to watch from the stands.
Scottland FC centreback Kevin Moyo’s incredible run of 57 consecutive league appearances came to an abrupt end after he was sent off during his side’s 1-0 defeat to Highlanders at Barbourfields Stadium last Sunday.
The dismissal not only dented Scottland’s title ambitions but also brought the curtain down on an impressive sequence that saw the dependable defender feature in every league match since the club’s promotion campaign.
Kevin played all 34 league matches last season and had not missed a single league outing in the current campaign, making it 57 consecutive appearances before the red card halted his marathon run.
The suspension, which has so far seen him miss his club’s match against Bulawayo Chiefs on Wednesday, means the former Chiefs defender will miss Scottland’s next league fixture, leaving coach Norman Mapeza without one of his most reliable performers at a crucial stage of the title race.
Ironically, as Kevin begins an enforced spell on the sidelines, his twin brother Elvis Moyo has finally shaken off the groin injury that had kept him out of action for Bulawayo Chiefs in recent weeks.
Only a few weeks ago, it was Kevin carrying the Moyo family flag while Elvis watched helplessly from the treatment room. Now the roles have been reversed, with Elvis back in contention while Kevin serves his suspension.
The twins have enjoyed similar football journeys, playing together at different stages of their careers before going separate ways, Kevin joining ambitious Scottland while Elvis returned to Bulawayo Chiefs.
Despite playing for different clubs, the brothers have remained among the league’s most recognizable sibling acts, with their defensive qualities and striking resemblance often leaving fans doing a double take.
Kevin’s absence will be keenly felt by Scottland, whose defensive solidity has been one of the pillars of their title challenge this season. His composure, aerial strength and leadership at the back have made him one of the first names on the team sheet.
For Elvis, meanwhile, the focus shifts to making up for lost time after recovering from injury as he looks to help Bulawayo Chiefs climb away from danger in the second half of the season.
One twin’s remarkable streak may have ended, but the Moyo story continues, this time with Kevin counting down the days until his return while Elvis prepares to get back to doing what the brothers do best: defending with pride.
The twins are sons of former Eagles and Bulawayo Wanderers left back Bishop whose other son Theban played for Highlanders and Bantu.
Theban also played in Cyprus.
—@FungaiMuderere
