After weeks of disappointment, Sabi Gold Mine FC finally found their winning touch, thrashing Shurugwi FC 4-1 at Sabi Gold Mine Arena on Sunday to snap a five-match losing streak.
The victory marked a significant turnaround for the Golden Boys, who had struggled to find consistency since the start of the 2026 campaign.
In a move aimed at boosting team spirit, the club camped overnight at Rockville Lodge on Saturday despite playing at home the following day. Club Organising Secretary Talent Chiponza believes the decision played a key role in the team's improved performance.
"We are beginners in this football industry and we keep on introducing and adapting what is good for the club," said Chiponza.
He said the squad had been missing the camaraderie that comes from spending time together away from training sessions.
"They were lacking team bonding as they were used to only train and depart and then meet for the game. By staying together before the match, they had an opportunity to bond within themselves," he said.
The renewed sense of unity appeared to translate onto the field as Sabi Gold Mine attacked with confidence and intensity, dominating much of the contest.
Chiponza said the club intends to continue with the camping initiative for future matches.
"Yes, it will continue to be done in the next fixtures to come," he said.
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Head coach Kumbulani Msendeki described the result as an important step forward for a team still adapting to the demands of competitive football.
"We are new guys in town and learning the ropes, so we are still in the process. A lot has changed and we still have to conform to the demands of the competition," he said.
Msendeki praised his players for their perseverance during a difficult run of results and expressed optimism about the road ahead.
"The lads are shifting to the needs of the pedigree mentally and physically. This win gives a lot of hope and confidence that nothing is impossible with God," he said.
"Belief is of paramount importance in this journey and I hope and trust that with hard work and faith in training, results will come."
The victory lifted Sabi Gold Mine FC to 11th place on the Central Region Soccer League table and restored confidence within the camp.
Attention now turns to a midweek clash against FC Platinum Under-19, with Sabi eager to build on their momentum.
"It has been too long in the rain, but we hope the boys will remain with the same spirit when we clash against FC Platinum Under-19 and continue scoring from where we left," said Msendeki.
FC Platinum Under-19 head into the encounter still searching for their first win of the season after collecting just one draw and suffering seven defeats in their opening eight matches.
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