Highlanders 0-0 Chicken Inn: Castle Lager Premier Soccer League Clash Ends All Square

Highlanders and Chicken Inn played out a tense goalless draw in a Zimbabwe Premier Soccer League encounter at Barbourfields Stadium on July 26, 2026. The match, played in front of a passionate crowd, was a classic local derby full of intensity but lacking the finishing touch.

The first half was dominated by midfield battles, with Highlanders pushing forward through winger Kudakwashe Makusha. His pace caused problems for the Chicken Inn defence, but the final ball often let him down. Chicken Inn responded with set pieces, and defender Tafadzwa Moyo came close with a near-post flick that was cleared off the line in the 29th minute.

Key Moments

• 18th minute: Highlanders striker Prince Dube rounded the goalkeeper but his angle was too tight, and he shot into the side netting.
• 44th minute: Chicken Inn’s defensive midfielder Denver Mukamba received a second yellow card for a late challenge, leaving his team with 10 men for the entire second half.
• 67th minute: Highlanders captain Peter Muduhwa hit the post with a powerful header from a corner.
• 85th minute: Chicken Inn nearly took the lead against the run of play, with substitute Tinashe Mutero forcing a sharp save from Highlanders goalkeeper Ariel Sibanda.

Despite playing with a man advantage for 45 minutes, Highlanders could not find a way through. Chicken Inn’s defence, led by veteran Blessing Moyo, put their bodies on the line, making 12 clearances and blocking three shots in the second half alone.

Season Impact

The draw leaves Highlanders in sixth place with 25 points, while Chicken Inn remain just above the relegation zone in 14th. Both teams will rue missed opportunities as the league enters its crucial mid-season phase.

Standout performer: Chicken Inn goalkeeper Nelson Chadya was the hero for the visitors, making four saves and commanding his area under pressure.