Results, stories, and community moments from Mpopoma and beyond.
Scottland FC chief executive Ronald Moyo attended an MPOSA training session to watch the academy's girls' teams and discuss talent identification with the technical leadership — with formal school partnerships under consideration. "We know that when it comes to women's football, Mposa is one of the exciting projects in the country," Moyo said.
Representing host nation Zimbabwe, the MPOSA U17 girls opened with a 12–0 win over Otjiwarongo Sports Academy, came from behind to beat Luwinga Academy 2–1, and returned to Bulawayo with a bronze medal. Chiedza Khumalo finished joint top scorer with five goals, and Tatenda Gambiza carried her four national caps into the tournament.
Director James Rugwevera appealed to sponsors and well-wishers to support the girls' programme — a vital platform for young female footballers in Bulawayo — as the academy works to keep the next generation on the pitch.
MPOSA made history with a 34–0 win over New Orleans, with Vanessa Magodo scoring four and Nozipho Khumalo and Arimon Leonah adding hat-tricks — a result that kept the academy top of the table with 31 points and six games remaining.
Bulawayo's own Highlanders FC announced a fixture against Mpopoma Sports Academy — a city derby moment for the academy's players and fans.