Online Reporter
Veronica Gwaze, Zimpapers Sports Hub
PRESSURE is mounting on Dynamos. When the Premier Soccer League giants host Bikita Minerals at Rufaro tomorrow, it won’t just be about pride or preserving their 11-match unbeaten run — it will be about survival.
Kelvin Kaindu’s men currently sit on 34 points, just three places above the relegation zone, with only three matches remaining: Bikita, Yadah, and FC Platinum. The equation is simple. Win, and they breathe. Lose, and the unthinkable edges closer.
A victory tomorrow could lift DeMbare as high as 10th on the log, offering a vital cushion from the drop and a much-needed morale boost. But the stakes are high for both sides — Bikita Minerals and Yadah also need results against Dynamos to secure their own safety.
While all eyes will be on the turf at Rufaro tomorrow, another battle is quietly unfolding behind the scenes — one for the club’s future.
Zimpapers Sport Hub understands that several Dynamos players, whose contracts expire at the end of the season, have attracted interest from rival clubs. Midfield dynamo Ross Vusa Ngwenya and goalkeeper Prince Tafiremutsa, two of the club’s standout performers this season, are already being tracked by Highlanders and TelOne respectively.
If the Harare side fails to act swiftly, history could repeat itself, with key players leaving for nothing. This time, however, the executive insists it is taking a proactive approach.
Club marketing and executive chief David Chikomo says Dynamos have already begun planning for 2026.
“For 2026, the club is committed to making informed decisions rather than reacting to circumstances. Already we are working with the coach, and things have been happening behind the scenes for the past two weeks. There are just a few details left while we also secure finances so we can start signing. We want a more organised and effective recruitment exercise,” said Chikomo.
Kaindu, he revealed, has already submitted a wish list of targets, which the club intends to honour.
Off the pitch, the club recently cleared players’ bonuses from their 1–0 Harare Derby win over CAPS United. This followed a brief training boycott ahead of the Chibuku Super Cup clash with Highlanders. Although no date has been given for the next payments, Chikomo says efforts are underway to settle all outstanding dues.
“It is our wish to clear the outstanding dues so that we do not disturb the coach’s plans for 2026. We do not wish to disrupt his survival fight and we believe that can only happen when everything is in order. Most importantly, we want to make sure that player welfare is prioritised next year as we work hard to ensure exciting times ahead.”
On the pitch, Kaindu remains calm but realistic.
“Of the three games left, two are against teams also in the relegation matrix, while FC Platinum want to bounce back. You do not want to leave anything to chance. The boys need maximum concentration because the battles are now largely in the mind. Character will help us survive, with a bit of tactics and zeal on the pitch. We can’t treat the Bikita battle lightly. We need maximum points,” he said.
Across the league, even rival clubs are conflicted. They’ll fight to beat Dynamos, but many quietly hope the Harare giants stay up. Hosting Dynamos guarantees full stands and strong gate takings. A Dynamos relegation, to most, would mean financial loss—and a duller PSL season.
