{"id":113142,"date":"2025-11-23T22:47:16","date_gmt":"2025-11-23T20:47:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/zimbabwe\/all-news\/norman-mapeza-leaves-fc-platinum"},"modified":"2025-11-24T00:46:00","modified_gmt":"2025-11-23T22:46:00","slug":"norman-mapeza-leaves-fc-platinum","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/zimbabwe\/all-news\/norman-mapeza-leaves-fc-platinum","title":{"rendered":"Norman Mapeza Leaves FC Platinum"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"color: #ff6600\"><strong>Africa-Press &#8211; Zimbabwe. <\/strong><\/span>FC Platinum has parted ways with their three-time title winning coach Norman Mapeza after a difficult two years, bringing to an end a relationship that lasted 10 years over two spells.<\/p>\n<p>Mapeza led the miners to three Premier Soccer League titles and three Castle Challenge Cups, and established Mandava Stadium as a feared venue for rivals.<\/p>\n<p>In a statement posted on Facebook, FC Platinum confirmed Mapeza\u2019s exit, noting that his final appearance came in their match against Dynamos at Rufaro Stadium.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cIn August 2014, Mandava Stadium opened its doors to a celebrated football man, Norman Mapeza, ushering in what would become a historic era of success in the Midlands. \u2018From his first match to an incredible 360 games at the helm of FC Platinum, Coach Mapeza has embodied the true spirit of what it means to be a Platso,\u201d the club said.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;It has been a decade of glory and transformative football that reshaped our club\u2019s identity. Under his guidance, FC Platinum became the gold standard of Zimbabwean football, fusing flair with grit and stamping a Platinum seal both on and off the pitch, three PSL Championship titles and three Castle Challenge Cups.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>\u201cBeyond the titles and accolades, coach Mapeza built a club culture rooted in discipline, excellence, and belief. The tactical brilliance and dedication not only brought silverware but inspired a generation of young players and fans.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>It said Mapeza\u2019s influence reached far beyond the pitch, nurturing talent, creating opportunities, and uplifting the broader Zvishavane community.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cOver these ten years, we have grown together, reached milestones, and written our own chapter in Zimbabwean football history.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>\u201cFrom his passion on the touchline to the roar of Mandava Stadium, and making our mark on the African safari, Muchina weMajuzi remains a legendary figure in the story of FC Platinum. As this unforgettable decade comes to a close, we mark the end of an era and the beginning of a legacy.\u201d<\/p>\n<p><strong>For More News And Analysis About <span style=\"color: #ff6600\">Zimbabwe<\/span> Follow <span style=\"color: #ff6600\">Africa-Press<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Africa-Press &#8211; Zimbabwe. FC Platinum has parted ways with their three-time title winning coach Norman Mapeza after a difficult two years, bringing to an end a relationship that lasted 10 years over two spells. 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