The Zimbabwe Football Association (ZIFA) has suspended referee Rusununguko Mutero from officiating in the Castle Lager Premier Soccer League (PSL) for six matchdays.
In a statement issued on Monday, 18 August, ZIFA confirmed that Mutero will be barred from officiating from matchday 24 through matchday 29 of the 2025 season.
The suspension follows his performance in the PSL clash between Green Fuel FC and FC Platinum on 26 July 2025 at Green Fuel Arena, which was deemed below the required standards. The statement reads:
“The Zimbabwe Football Association wishes to inform all stakeholders, media, and the football fraternity that referee Rusununguko Mutero has been suspended from officiating in the Castle Lager Premier Soccer League (PSL) for a period of six (6) match days, covering matchday 24 to matchday 29 of the 2025 season.
“The decision follows an assessment of his performance during the Premier Soccer League match between Green Fuel FC and FC Platinum, played on 26 July 2025 at Green Fuel Arena.
“The Match Commissioner’s report highlighted that Mr. Mutero’s officiating fell short of the required standards, thereby constituting a breach of paragraph 21 of the Referees’ Code of Conduct.
“As the governing body of football in Zimbabwe, ZIFA remains committed to upholding the highest standards of refereeing, fairness, and integrity in the game.
“Continuous monitoring and accountability measures are in place to ensure that match officials maintain professionalism and consistency in their duties.”
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