The stage is set at Barbourfields Stadium in Bulawayo for the latest chapter of the Battle of Zimbabwe, as Highlanders and Dynamos clash in an exhibition match that promises passion, pride and football theatre.
The two giants head into the encounter after a colourful roadshow on Saturday that brought their supporters together in a carnival of song, dance and team colours, transforming Bulawayo’s streets into a celebration of Zimbabwean football.
But the friendly atmosphere of the roadshow is expected to give way to fierce competition when the teams take to the pitch, with black and white meeting blue and white in one of the country’s most celebrated football rivalries.
Today’s occasion carries extra significance for Highlanders, who are celebrating their centenary, adding a historic dimension to a fixture that has captivated generations of supporters.
Kick-off is set for 2.30pm, an unusual time for a clash of this magnitude, but the rivalry needs little selling to football fans.
Stay with us for live updates, team news, key moments, fan reactions and all the action from Barbourfields as Bosso and DeMbare renew their rivalry.
fans have heeded the call for pre-ticket sales coming in their numbers to buy at the Highlanders Clubhouse ahead of the Kuzana SCEEZ Cup match between Highlanders and Dynamos at Barbourfields Stadium on Sunday afternoon. Previous Ncube and Bheki Mpofu were among those found buying and the latter called for restraint.
Highlanders fan “Mgijimi speaks ahead of the Battle of Zimbabwe at Barbourfields Stadium this afternoon. Kick-off time is 2:30
Fans from Highlanders and Dynamos speak ahead of the Exhibition Match between the two giants at Barbourfields Stadium on Sunday afternoon.
WATCH: Highlanders FC fan Mavutho Banda, says he is happy to witness Bosso displaying its 100 years exhibition match against Dynamos. The match is scheduled for 2:30pm this afternoon at Barbourfields stadium. #BOSSO@100
