Written by Praise Dumi DhlakamaZimbabwe sports betting writer
Published 7 November 2026
Hardrock will have to wait until the final day of the season to confirm their maiden Castle Lager Premier Soccer League title after being held to a 0-0 draw by Simba Bhora at Wadzanayi Stadium in Shamva on Saturday.
The Kwekwe-based side had the chance to wrap up the championship with a game to spare, but Simba Bhora’s defensive approach denied them the victory they needed. The stalemate leaves Hardrock on 70 points from 33 matches, still top of the table but with defending champions Scottland now just 2 points behind.
Hardrock went into the encounter with a 4-point cushion over Scottland, but their failure to convert chances means the race will be decided in the final round.
Despite the setback, Hardrock remain in control of their own destiny. Their final assignment is a home clash against FC Platinum, and victory will confirm the title regardless of what Scottland do.
Scottland keep the pressure on with a four-goal show
Scottland did their part at Rufaro Stadium, cutting the gap to 2 points with a 4-0 victory over Herentals College. The result keeps interim coach Peter Ndlovu’s side firmly in contention heading into the last round of fixtures.
Kingsley Mureremba opened the scoring before Knowledge Musona doubled the lead. Kwakhe Thwala scored the third, and Khama Billiat wrapped up the victory.
What it means
Hardrock remain in the driving seat. A victory over FC Platinum on the final day will crown them champions in their very first season after promotion. But anything less opens the door for Scottland, who travel to face already-relegated Triangle United, to snatch the crown.
For a Hardrock side that have led the table for much of their maiden top-flight campaign, the finish line is suddenly uncomfortably close, and the champions are lurking.
Remaining final-day fixtures
- Hardrock v FC Platinum: victory confirms the title for Hardrock
- Triangle United v Scottland: Scottland must win and hope Hardrock drop points
