Story by Lawrence Trusida, Sports Editor
NEW-boys Scottland made a statement of intent after beating Harare giants CAPS United two-nil at Rufaro Stadium this Sunday.
The new boys made headlines in the off-season after acquiring some of the best players in the land, including the mercurial Khama Billiat, evergreen and reigning Soccer Star of the Year, Walter Musona, rock solid defender, Peter Muduhwa and enterprising, Kingsley Mureremba, among others.
The team had a total makeover from the team that secured promotion from the Northern Region Division One League, leaving just six players and recruiting more than 30.
The Mabvuku-based side started their life in the top flight on a slow note, edging league returnees Triangle one-nil in a match that was clearly dominated by the Lowveld side.
With their backs against the wall and facing one of the big boys of the league CAPS United, Mabviravira as Scottland are affectionately known, decided to show that they are red hot indeed.
Even though Makepekepe had their moments, the fact that goalkeeper Harmony Nare was named Player of the Match highlights which end was busy.
Had it not been for the impressive Nare, the new boys could have run away with the match as they had a glut of chances with some of them being fluffed.
The victory against a well-balanced CAPS United was truly a statement of intent from the Mabvuku-based side that is well-resourced.
The season is still in its infancy, but the performance was pregnant with meaning
