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HARARE CITY have secured promotion back to the Castle Lager Premier Soccer League (PSL) for the 2027 season after four years of trying.
The Sunshine Boys sealed the MCM Estates Northern Region Soccer League championship yesterday with a convincing 2-0 victory over Jumbo Giants at Callies Stadium.
Goals from Emmanuel Mandiranga and Ali Sadiki in the first half secured the crucial victory for Try Ncube’s men, who needed all three points to guarantee the sole promotion ticket.
Harare City went into the final day of the season top of the standings with 80 points, just one ahead of closest rivals Black Rhinos, who were held to a goalless draw away to Karoi.
The triumph marks Harare City’s return to top-flight football following their relegation in 2022.
It is also the third time Ncube has guided a Division One side into the PSL, having previously achieved the feat with Bulawayo Chiefs and Hwange.
Ncube was delighted with his team’s achievement, crediting their consistency for their success.
“This win serves as a perfect example of how consistency works to a team’s advantage,” said Ncube, a former Highlanders assistant coach.
“At one time, we were trailing Black Rhinos by eight points, but we consistently picked up points and eventually closed the gap.”
