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The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has commended soccer supporters for their discipline and cooperation during the Castle Lager Premier Soccer League match between Highlanders FC and Dynamos FC at Barbourfields Stadium on June 21, 2026.
In a statement, the police praised fans for helping to ensure that one of Zimbabwe's most highly anticipated football fixtures was conducted in a peaceful and orderly manner.
The ZRP also applauded officers deployed for the match, saying they demonstrated professionalism and restraint in maintaining law and order before, during and after the game.
"The Zimbabwe Republic Police commends soccer fans for the cooperation and discipline they displayed during the Castle Lager Premier Soccer League match between Highlanders FC and Dynamos FC at Barbourfields Stadium on 21 June 2026," the statement said.
Police noted that the conduct of officers reflected both local and international best practices in the policing of high-profile sporting events.
"The police officers deployed for the match showed professionalism and exemplary conduct in maintaining law and order. Their performance reflected both local and international best practices in the policing of high-profile soccer matches, contributing to a safe, secure and peaceful environment throughout the event," the ZRP said.
Matches between Highlanders and Dynamos are traditionally regarded as some of the biggest fixtures on Zimbabwe's football calendar, often attracting large crowds and heightened security arrangements due to the intense rivalry between the two clubs.
The police said the orderly atmosphere witnessed at Barbourfields Stadium demonstrated the importance of cooperation between supporters, football authorities and security services in ensuring the success of major sporting events.
Authorities expressed hope that the same spirit of discipline and sportsmanship would continue to characterise future matches across the country.
The commendation comes as law enforcement agencies and football stakeholders continue efforts to promote safety, crowd management and positive fan behaviour at Premier Soccer League fixtures.
In a statement, the police praised fans for helping to ensure that one of Zimbabwe's most highly anticipated football fixtures was conducted in a peaceful and orderly manner.
The ZRP also applauded officers deployed for the match, saying they demonstrated professionalism and restraint in maintaining law and order before, during and after the game.
"The Zimbabwe Republic Police commends soccer fans for the cooperation and discipline they displayed during the Castle Lager Premier Soccer League match between Highlanders FC and Dynamos FC at Barbourfields Stadium on 21 June 2026," the statement said.
Police noted that the conduct of officers reflected both local and international best practices in the policing of high-profile sporting events.
Matches between Highlanders and Dynamos are traditionally regarded as some of the biggest fixtures on Zimbabwe's football calendar, often attracting large crowds and heightened security arrangements due to the intense rivalry between the two clubs.
The police said the orderly atmosphere witnessed at Barbourfields Stadium demonstrated the importance of cooperation between supporters, football authorities and security services in ensuring the success of major sporting events.
Authorities expressed hope that the same spirit of discipline and sportsmanship would continue to characterise future matches across the country.
The commendation comes as law enforcement agencies and football stakeholders continue efforts to promote safety, crowd management and positive fan behaviour at Premier Soccer League fixtures.
Source - Byo24News
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