BFA instructs Matebele to release Maponda, again

Maponda has been caught in contract dispute with both Matebele and and GU claiming nhe belongs to them. GU announced the signing of the speedy forward on July 1 before Matebele issued a counter statement saying Maponda is to remain with the club in the next season and season more. Kuka Ntsu have relentlessly said the player has a penned a two-year contract extension in February and it was to come in effect on June 1 upon the conclusion of the then existing contract. GU had also announced that the player had signed a pre-contract with them. Maponda featured in GU's Moyagoleele Pre-Season Tournament played early last month.

The tournament featured South African side, SuperSport United and African Stars of Namibia with GU's head coach, Pontsho Moloi confirming to this publication that Maponda joined his side for pre-season and expected to feature for GU next season depending on the outcome of the matter. The forward was recently seen at The Nest when Matebele FC returned for pre-season training as the club remains confident that they would keep one of their prized assets. The BFA yesterday told Matebele to release Maponda within 48 hours, that being tomorrow (Wednesday). In the letter, the BFA acknowledges that Maponda had in February extended his contract with Matebele until June 2026.