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Arubi shuts out Mamelodi Sundowns
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Warriors goalkeeper Washington Arubi delivered a match-winning performance for Marumo Gallants on Saturday, making three crucial penalty saves to help his team triumph 7-6 against Mamelodi Sundowns in the Carling Cup knockout tournament.
The match ended 0-0 in regulation time, with Arubi repeatedly denying Sundowns' attackers during key moments. In the penalty shootout, his heroics continued as he saved three spot-kicks and ultimately converted the winning penalty himself, sending league giants Mamelodi Sundowns out of the competition.
Despite his decisive contribution, Arubi was surprisingly not awarded the Player of the Match accolade. Nevertheless, his efforts secured Marumo Gallants' place in the quarter-finals of the prestigious knockout tournament.
Arubi's form comes as a timely boost for Zimbabwe ahead of two crucial World Cup qualifiers against South Africa and Lesotho on 10 and 13 October, respectively. The 40-year-old remains the first-choice goalkeeper for Warriors coach Michael Nees, who values his vast experience and composure under pressure.
The match ended 0-0 in regulation time, with Arubi repeatedly denying Sundowns' attackers during key moments. In the penalty shootout, his heroics continued as he saved three spot-kicks and ultimately converted the winning penalty himself, sending league giants Mamelodi Sundowns out of the competition.
Despite his decisive contribution, Arubi was surprisingly not awarded the Player of the Match accolade. Nevertheless, his efforts secured Marumo Gallants' place in the quarter-finals of the prestigious knockout tournament.
Arubi's form comes as a timely boost for Zimbabwe ahead of two crucial World Cup qualifiers against South Africa and Lesotho on 10 and 13 October, respectively. The 40-year-old remains the first-choice goalkeeper for Warriors coach Michael Nees, who values his vast experience and composure under pressure.
Source - NewZimbabwe
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