Scottland FC delivered a dominant performance at Rufaro Stadium on Sunday, defeating newcomers FC Hunters 3–0 in a Castle Lager Premier Soccer League Matchday 4 encounter, with Khama Billiat leading the charge in an emphatic victory.
Scottland started the match aggressively and nearly won a penalty in the second minute when Msebe was bundled off the ball inside the box as he prepared to shoot, but the referee waved play on.
Despite the early pressure, FC Hunters gradually settled into the game, and both sides began to move the ball confidently, reflecting the possession-based styles associated with coaches Norman Mapeza and Saruchera.
The breakthrough came in the 21st minute when Billiat scored with a glancing header from a well-delivered cross by Shidolo.
The goal marked Billiat’s third of the season under Mapeza and gave Scottland control of the match.
Billiat nearly doubled the lead before halftime when he rose above the defence to meet a Walter Musona cross, but Hunters goalkeeper Shangiwa reacted quickly, diving to his left to push the ball out for a corner.
Scottland came out stronger in the second half and extended their lead just four minutes after the restart.
Once again, Billiat rose above the Hunters’ defence, this time heading in a Walter Musona corner kick to make it 2–0.
Walter Musona later added the third goal from close range, sealing a comfortable victory for Scottland, who continued to create chances throughout the match.
The home side could have scored more goals late in the game, but Gurirab failed to beat the goalkeeper in a one-on-one situation, and Mureremba’s rebound effort went wide.
Castle Lager Premier Soccer League MatchDay 4
Agama 1-1 Dynamos
Scottland 3-0 Hunters
MWOS 2-1 Bulawayo Chiefs
ZPC Kariba 2-0 Manica Diamonds
CAPS United 2-0 Hardrock
FC Platinum 2-2 Telone
Simba Bhora 0-0 Highlanders
Chicken Inn 0-0 Ngezi Platinum
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