Dynamos hit by US$32 700 in fan misconduct fines

Dynamos chairman Vincent Chawonza has appealed to supporters to exercise discipline at football matches, revealing that crowd misconduct has already cost the club more than US$32 000 in fines this season.

The warning comes as the Glamour Boys face disciplinary scrutiny following crowd trouble during their Castle Lager Premier Soccer League encounter against Simba Bhora at Chahwanda Stadium in Kwekwe in May, a match that was abandoned before full time.

Chawonza said incidents involving missile throwing and other crowd-related offences have placed a significant financial burden on the club at a time when resources could be directed towards strengthening the team and improving operations.

"This season, clubs have been having a lot of fines, especially Dynamos. In 2025 we had US$32 700 in fines. I implore our supporters that let's have peaceful matches, let's refrain from missile throwing, let's continue to support football in high numbers," he said.

"It's US$2 000 even if you throw one missile. Let's refrain from throwing missiles and anti-football things."

Under the Premier Soccer League's regulations, clubs face substantial penalties for offences such as missile throwing, crowd disturbances and pitch invasions.

Chawonza stressed that good behaviour by supporters plays an important role in promoting the sport and ensuring football stadiums remain safe and welcoming for families.

"I implore all our supporters to refrain from violence. Let's be good football fans, let's support, let's sing. Let's create a safe environment for our families and children," he said.

The Dynamos chairman made the remarks during a meeting with members of the Bulawayo Chapter of the club's supporters at a city hotel on Saturday evening, ahead of the highly anticipated clash against arch-rivals Highlanders FC.

Despite his appeal, concerns over crowd discipline persisted during the weekend as supporters gathered for one of Zimbabwean football's biggest fixtures.

The encounter between Dynamos and Highlanders ended in a 1-1 draw at Barbourfields Stadium.

Chawonza's concerns come at a time when Dynamos have been showing signs of improvement on the field after previously finding themselves battling relegation.

However, the club's leadership fears that repeated crowd-related sanctions could undermine those gains by draining resources that could otherwise be invested in player recruitment, development and operational improvements.

Football administrators have repeatedly warned supporters that misconduct not only damages the image of the game but also places financial pressure on clubs already operating under challenging economic conditions.

Dynamos officials are now hoping that supporters will heed the call for restraint and help create a safer and more family-friendly atmosphere at stadiums across the country.