Scottland FC Make History — Crowned 2025 Castle Lager Premier Soccer League Champions in Debut Season
Scottland FC have written their name into Zimbabwean football folklore after being crowned 2025 Castle Lager Premier Soccer League champions, following a resounding 5–1 victory over Kwekwe United at Ascot Stadium on Matchday 32.
The triumph sealed the league title with two matches to spare, as The Mabviravira surged to an unassailable 65 points, seven clear at the top. Scottland’s story is one for the ages — a club founded in 2023, crowned national champions in their very first top-flight campaign. Only Black Rhinos had managed a similar feat, back in 1984.
The victory was driven by a dominant team performance, with Tymon Machope scoring a brace, and Khama Billiat, Ronald Pfumbidzai, and Tadiwa Chakuchichi adding their names to the scoresheet. Under coach Tonderai Ndiraya, Scottland have been a model of consistency, securing a second successive title for the gaffer after his 2024 success with Simba Bhora.
For Khama Billiat and Knowledge Musona, the championship marks a long-awaited first taste of domestic glory. The two former Kaizer Chiefs stars, who returned home after years abroad, have finally lifted the Zimbabwean Premier League title that eluded them earlier in their careers.
Billiat joined Scottland at the start of the season after a short stint with Yadah, while Musona arrived mid-year from Saudi Arabia. Their reunion transformed Scottland into a formidable force, combining experience, flair, and leadership to power the club’s fairytale run.
Fans Celebrate the ‘Mabviravira Miracle’
Moments after the final whistle, Scottland’s official Facebook page posted:
PREPARE THE TABLE
We are the 2025 Castle Lager Premier Soccer League champions after today’s 5–1 win over Kwekwe United at Ascot Stadium.
We win the Zimbabwe championship on our first attempt, equalling a record set way back in 1984 by Black Rhinos.
#Mabviravira
The post was flooded with jubilant reactions from fans and football lovers across the country:
Farai R: “WE ARE SCOTTLAND — MISSION ACCOMPLISHED ”
Leo K: “This is wonderful news. All thanks to boss Scotts for motivating the players. Keep it up, Sir!”
Jephiter T: “Thank you for bringing back the football spirit within our country .”
Mugove D M: “Congratulations on equalling the record set by Black Rhinos in 1984! ”
Tikey A “Congratulations on your first attempt — history makers! ”
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The achievement stands as a milestone for local football. Even critics acknowledged Scottland’s financial muscle and aggressive recruitment strategy as key to their success.
James M: “You took the best players and technical staff — we’d have been surprised if you didn’t win. Still, congratulations on a dominant season.”
Scottland’s maiden league triumph is a statement of ambition — proof that with vision, investment, and leadership, even newcomers can conquer the PSL.
Full-time: Scottland FC 5–1 Kwekwe United
Goals: Machope (2), Billiat, Pfumbidzai, Chakuchichi