Sithembinkosi L Jiyane
Sports Reporter
The Zimbabwe Football Association (ZIFA) has suspended referee Rusununguko Mutero from officiating in the Castle Lager Premier Soccer League (PSL) for six matches after his performance was deemed below the required standards.
The suspension, which runs from matchday 24 to matchday 29 of the 2025 season, follows a review of Mutero’s handling of the league match between Green Fuel FC and FC Platinum at Green Fuel Arena on July 26, 2025.
According to the Match Commissioner’s report, Mutero’s officiating in the fixture failed to meet the expected standards and constituted a breach of paragraph 21 of the Referees’ Code of Conduct.
In a statement, ZIFA reiterated its commitment to upholding the highest levels of refereeing, fairness, and integrity in the game.
The association emphasized that continuous monitoring and accountability measures are in place to ensure professionalism and consistency among match officials.
The suspension comes at a crucial stage of the season, with PSL fixtures intensifying and clubs jostling for both title contention and survival.
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