Online Reporter
THE Zimbabwe Football Association have suspended three match officials over poor performance.
The association released the statement on Thursday saying the decision was taken after thorough review and assessment by the ZIFA Referees Committee.
“(The) pefermances fell significantly short of the standards expected in top-tier matches,” said ZIFA.
“ZIFA remains committed to upholding the integrity and credibility of the game. All match
officials are expected to maintain the highest levels of professionalism, consistency,
and competence. Corrective action will be taken wherever standards are not met.”
The following is the list of the match officials and details:
1. Lawrence Zimondi
Referee Zimondi has been suspended from officiating Premier League matches from
Matchday 11 to Matchday 14 (four weeks).
This decision follows substandard officiating in two matches:
Highlanders vs CAPS United on 13 April 2025 at Barbourfields Stadium
Ngezi Platinum vs Yadah on 30 April 2025 at Baobab Stadium
2. Nelson Meke
Referee Meke has also been suspended from officiating Premier League matches from
Matchday 11 to Matchday 1 (four weeks).
The suspension stems from poor performance during the Scotland vs Herentals match
played on 1 May 2025 at Rufaro Stadium.
3. Tichaona Mbire
Referee Mbire has been suspended from officiating Premier League matches from
Matchday 11 to Matchday 16 (six weeks).
This action follows an unsatisfactory performance in the MWOS vs Manica Diamonds
fixture held on 1 May 2025 at Ngoni Stadium.
