Online Reporter
Veronica Gwaze in NORTON
MWOS………………………………………………….(2)2
BULAWAYO CHIEFS…………………………………..(1)1
LLOYD Mutasa finally found a perfect solution to his problems as MWOS edged Bulawayo Chiefs in this Castle Lager Premiership fixture at Ngoni yesterday.
First half goals by Namibian foward, Dawid Ndeunyema, and Arthur Banda gave MWOS their first set of maximum points this season while Anesu Saiti pulled one back for the visitors.
MWOS had picked three points in an equal number of draws against Hunters, TelOne and Highlanders.
“Knowing Chiefs, they play a defensive game when they are away and this is why we came in with four men upfront, the message was simple, we wanted goals,” said Mutasa.
“I am impressed with the way we played, a massive improvement from our previous games and it gives us confidence going forward.”
First it was Ndeunyema effort inside the box in 20th minute that gave the hosts the lead.
In the 37th minute, Saiti took advantage of a lapse in concentration by MWOS, got into a good space and buried one from close range, cancelling Ndeunyema’s goal.
MWOS regained the lead in the 42nd minute when Makangira crossed into the box for Tinotenda “Diesel” Mutyambizi to redirect the ball, placing it on the plate for Banda to score.
Bulawayo Chiefs coach John Nyikadzino said they have a lot to work on.
“I am happy that we did well in many moments although the eventual scoreline does not favour us,” he said.
“I feel that my side did well today by far this is our best game compared to the previous three, our plan worked but, unfortunately, we could not get goals.
“MWOS showed a lot of composure and experience compared to us so I think it is something that we also need to work on during the break.
“Four points in four games, I am not happy, it places us under pressure and I hope that after the break we will have addressed some of our problems.”
Mathew Masinge