Online Reporter
Curtworth Masango
Zimpapers Sports Hub
CAPS United forward Ishmael Wadi has dedicated their 2-1 league victory over bitter Harare rivals, Dynamos at Rufaro on Sunday to Makepekepe fans.
He headed home in the 10th minute to give CAPS United the lead before Dynamos equalised in the second half through Jairos Kasondo’s penalty.
CAPS United replied right at the death as Kudzai Chigwida converted from the spot kick to seal the win with virtually the last kick of the game.
Wadi was particularly unplayable as CAPS United threatened to humiliate their rivals.
“This victory is not about me,” Wadi said. “It is about the fans. It’s about their right to paint Harare green. I dedicate this win to CAPS United fans all over Zimbabwe.
The result keeps CAPS United top of the Castle Lager Premier Soccer League standings with 25 points.
But despite the tense derby victory, Wadi is not giving much on the title talk.
“It’s good to be 11 weeks on top. But we have 23 games left. We must remain grounded.”
Wadi was billed to battle with DeMbare left back Christopher Netty but did not confine himself to one side.
Instead, he troubled all the fullbacks until he was withdrawn in the second half.
“My technical team and teammates encourage me to rely on my speed, taking on defenders, to help the team win.”
While CAPS United have been named as one of the best-paying clubs, Wadi downplayed the role of the bonuses in their impressive start.
“A bonus is a reward, not the main motivation. You play the game first, then you get the bonus.
“It doesn’t make sense to focus on it before the work is done,” he said.
Bongani Ndlovu