Warriors vs DR Congo: Fans Unhappy Over US$5 National Sports Stadium Parking Fee
Zimbabwean football fans have voiced their frustration over a US$5 parking fee being charged at the National Sports Stadium as the Warriors face the Democratic Republic of Congo in a crucial 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier.
The charge has become a talking point among supporters arriving for Monday evening’s Group E encounter, with some questioning the decision to introduce a fee on a day when the stadium is expected to draw a large crowd.
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Parking fee draws criticism
The Warriors are hosting DRC in their first home match of the current AFCON qualifying campaign, but excitement around the fixture has been accompanied by complaints over the parking charge.
Fans have taken to social media to express their dissatisfaction, with the US$5 fee becoming a source of frustration ahead of kick-off.
The complaints come as supporters prepare to watch Zimbabwe attempt to make it two wins from two in Group E.
Warriors target another victory
Zimbabwe go into the match with three points already secured after producing a remarkable comeback against Sierra Leone in Morocco last Thursday.
The Warriors recovered from a two-goal deficit to win the encounter 3-2, giving Ramon Catala’s side a strong start to their qualifying campaign.
DR Congo also began their campaign with a victory, defeating Equatorial Guinea 2-0 at home.
Battle for early advantage
Both teams will therefore be looking to build on their opening victories and strengthen their position near the top of Group E.
For Zimbabwe, the encounter also marks a return to home soil, with the Warriors hoping to reward their supporters with another positive result.
With the two sides separated by their opening results and both carrying winning momentum into the match, attention will now turn to the action on the pitch as the Warriors take on the Leopards.
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