ZIFA Warns Premier Soccer League Clubs Against Match-Fixing

The Zimbabwe Football Association (ZIFA) has reminded Castle Lager Premier Soccer League clubs to guard against match-fixing and corruption, insisting that the integrity of domestic football must not be compromised.

The association has called on club leaders to ensure that players, coaches, officials and other representatives uphold the principles of fair play and comply with football regulations governing the sport.

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ZIFA Reaffirms Zero-Tolerance Stance

In a statement directed at Premier Soccer League club governors, ZIFA said match manipulation, corruption and other practices that undermine the credibility of football would not be tolerated.

The association stressed that maintaining the integrity of competitions remained a priority and urged clubs to take responsibility for the conduct of everyone representing them.

ZIFA said all clubs were expected to uphold professionalism and ethical standards in their football activities to protect the reputation of the game.

Clubs Urged To Enforce Football Regulations

The association also called on club leadership to remain vigilant and actively promote compliance with regulations set by ZIFA, the Confederation of African Football (CAF) and the world governing body, FIFA.

The appeal places responsibility on club governors to ensure that their organisations operate within the rules and that their representatives conduct themselves in ways that uphold the credibility of football competitions.

ZIFA Calls For Fair Competition

ZIFA said the responsibility for protecting Zimbabwean football rested with all stakeholders, urging clubs to work together to safeguard the integrity of domestic competitions.

The association emphasised that match results should be determined by performances on the pitch rather than manipulation or corrupt practices.

It also expressed appreciation for the cooperation of clubs in protecting and promoting the reputation of Zimbabwean football.

The warning comes as a reminder to Premier Soccer League clubs of the importance of maintaining public confidence in the fairness of league fixtures and ensuring that the game is decided on sporting merit.