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Ngezi Platinum’s CAF Champions League journey came to an end after a nail-biting penalty shootout against AS Maniema Union at Stade des Martyrs in Kinshasa, DRC, on Sunday.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Zimbabwean champions played two goalless draws, leading to the decisive penalty shootout, which they lost 4-3.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
“We are disappointed, but we gave it our all,” said Ngezi Platinum coach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
“The team showed great spirit, and we can hold our heads high.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In domestic league action, Highlanders failed to capitalize on a 10-man Chicken Inn, playing out a goalless draw at Barbourfields stadium. Mpumelelo Bhebhe’s red card for a second bookable offense was a turning point in the match.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In other Week 24 matches, teenage sensation Kingsley Mureremba scored a stunning volley to give Caps United a 1-0 win over Manica Diamonds at Rufaro. FC Platinum lost 1-0 to Bikita Minerals, while Khama Billiat scored in Yadah’s 2-0 victory over Chegutu Pirates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Simba Bhora tops the league table with 47 points, followed by FC Platinum on 45. Highlanders moved to third with 38 points, tied with Ngezi Platinum, who have a game in hand. Manica Diamonds sit fourth with 36 points.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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