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Wikipedia - Yadah Stars F.C.
Yadah Stars FC are a football club from Harare, Zimbabwe currently playing in the Zimbabwe Premier Soccer League, the top flight of Zimbabwean football.
Yadah Stars were the first church-owned football team to reach the Zimbabwe top flight after they won the 2016 Zifa Division One Eastern Region. However, the church pulled out of sponsorship after the 2017 season.
History
Yadah FC was originally formed as Gunners in 2005 by Cuthbert Chitima. Gunners was later on purchased by Walter Magaya in 2014. Magaya entered into a partnership with the then President Cuthbert Chitima. The team's name was changed to Yadah Gunners. They were relegated from the Premier soccer league to division 1 in 2012, which led to legendary player and coach, Moses Chunga, deciding to take time off football then returning again to coach Harare City Football Club. Yadah Stars regained promotion to the Premier League when they triumphed in the ZIFA Eastern Region Division One in their first season in that league in 2016 under the guidance of coach Kuda Masaraure. In 2017, the club appointed Jairos Tapera as the head coach.
The club is owned by the Yadah Group, a prominent organization in Zimbabwe, which has provided the necessary support and resources to help the team thrive. Yadah FC plays its home matches at the National Sports Stadium, where fans gather to cheer on their team in a lively atmosphere.
Yadah FC is recognized for its dynamic playing style, characterized by quick passing, strong teamwork, and an attacking mindset. The club has a reputation for nurturing young players, giving them the opportunity to shine on a larger stage. With a focus on both competitive success and community engagement, Yadah FC aims to inspire the next generation of footballers in Zimbabwe.
As the team continues to grow and evolve, it remains dedicated to its core values of integrity, excellence, and sportsmanship, making it a beloved fixture in Zimbabwean football.