After suffering the disappointment of a midweek exit from the Munhumutapa Challenge Cup, The Expendables delivered the perfect response on Saturday afternoon, brushing aside UZ Stars with an emphatic 3-0 victory at First Capital Bank Sports Club. Determined to put the cup setback firmly behind them, G.G Grassroots came out with purpose, intensity, and a clear statement of intent from the opening whistle. It was the club’s reliable marksman, “Hitman” Trymore Kawerere, who fired the first warning shot and ultimately broke the deadlock in the 29th minute, calmly slotting home to give the hosts a deserved advantage after sustained attacking pressure. The goal proved to be the difference heading into halftime, with G.G Grassroots controlling proceedings and showing greater composure and ambition in possession. Just nine minutes into the second half, the ever-dangerous Ryan “Man Jodza” Josiah doubled the advantage with a brilliantly taken finish, capping off another flowing attacking move and putting the visitors firmly on the back foot. With confidence surging through the side, The Expendables began dictating the tempo, patiently moving the ball around and methodically wearing down a struggling UZ Stars side that simply had no answer to the relentless pressure. The Patron, Mr Guvamatanga, who had national team captain Marvelous Nakamba and breakout superstar Tawanda Chirewa for company in the gazebo, was clearly impressed with the proceedings. Then came the final dagger. In the 75th minute, Kawerere stepped up once again after G.G Grassroots were awarded a penalty. With ice in his veins, the forward powered his spot kick beyond the outstretched UZ Stars goalkeeper to grab his brace and make it 3-0, sealing all three points for the hosts. What followed was pure celebration. As the ball hit the back of the net, the stadium erupted into scenes of absolute joy as players and supporters united in the now-iconic “Running Man” goal celebration, a moment that perfectly captured the energy, togetherness, and fighting spirit that defines this young and exciting G.G Grassroots side. A statement victory. A perfect response. Three points secured. The Expendables are back — and marching on. ⚽ Scorers Trymore Kawerere – 29’ Ryan Josiah – 54’ Trymore Kawerere (P) – 75’