Ngezi Platinum Stars coach Takesure Chiragwi fined US$4,000 by PSL for slapping player during match

MHONDORO – Former champions Ngezi Platinum Stars coach Takesure Chiragwi has been fined US$4,000 by the Premier Soccer League (PSL) for slapping one of his players during a league match against Dynamos at Rufaro Stadium in October.

Chiragwi was earlier suspended by his club for the violent conduct, which occurred when he slapped midfielder McDonald Makuwe.

The incident happened as Makuwe attempted to calm him down moments after the coach had been shown a straight red card for protesting a referee’s decision.

The PSL has now issued its judgment, confirming the fine.

Of the US$4,000 penalty, US$1,000 has been suspended on condition that Chiragwi undergoes anger-management lessons with an organisation approved by the league.

In a statement, the PSL said: “The Premier Soccer League Disciplinary Committee has released its judgment in the matter involving Ngezi Platinum Stars FC, their Head Coach Takesure Chiragwi and player Kudzai Chigwida, following incidents that occurred during their Castle Lager PSL match against Dynamos FC played at Rufaro Stadium on 4 October 2025.

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“Ngezi Platinum Stars FC were found guilty of disturbing the normal proceedings of a game and improper behaviour by their players and technical team, and fined a sum of US$5,000.

“Head Coach Takesure Chiragwi pleaded guilty to charges of violent and disorderly conduct and improper behaviour likely to bring the League into disrepute.

“He was fined US$4,000, of which US$1,000 was suspended on condition that he attends anger-management lessons with an organisation approved by the PSL.

“In reaching its decision, the Disciplinary Committee took cognisance of the coach’s public apology to the player, the League and all stakeholders.

“The Committee also considered his accountability, remorse, and the punitive internal disciplinary measures already instituted by his club without delay.

“Notice was further taken of the coach’s suspension from official duties and his voluntary decision to step down from his position as Zimbabwe Senior Men’s National Team Assistant Coach during the recent FIFA World Cup qualifiers.

“Ngezi Platinum Stars FC player Kudzai Chigwida was also found guilty of ungentlemanly conduct and improper utterances to a match official and fined US$100.”

The ruling means Chiragwi will be eligible to coach in the PSL next season.