adminpressure was beginning to pile for Chuchu from the Weslians fans and a defeat on Saturday would have edged him closer to the exit door.
But it needed the Zimbabwean touch to bring a smile back on the faces of the fans.
The win over the bitter city rivals come after a 0-5 thumping at the hands of South African outfit Mamelodi Sundowns in last month’s friendly and a 0-1 defeat in the
Swazi Telcom Charity Shield to Mbabane Swallows.
Chuchu could not hide his joy as he praised his lads after the match.
“The players gave a good account of themselves in this crucial win and I am impressed and hope they maintain this spirited show,” said Chiweshe.
Chikuku, a former Aces Youth Academy player, made the difference.
His goal ensured he became the third Zimbabwean to score past fellow countryman Pride “The Cat” Zendera in two months after Mamelodi Sundowns’ duo of Nyasha Mushekwi and Method Mwanjali in their friendly match win.
A day earlier, Ephraim Mazarura kept his first clean sheet in three matches as the defending champions Mbabane Swallows, who also provide a home to Talent Maphosa, cruised to a 4-0 win over Red Lions.
Lloyd Mutasa’s Green Mamba, who roped in several Zimbabweans in their camp, and Malanti Chiefs, will have to wait a little longer before kicking off their campaign.
Peter Tanyanyiwa
Online Reporter