STONE VETERSN 0 vs 1 BBC VETERAN

Stone Vetersn hosted BBC Veteran at Iringa on 15 March 2026, with kick-off at 3:30pm in a keenly contested friendly. The match concluded 1-0 in favour of BBC Veteran after a tense 90 minutes plus five minutes of extra time.

Stone Vetersn lined up in a classic 4-3-3 formation, aiming to balance defensive solidity with attacking flair. Imma guarded the goal, supported by a back four consisting of Criss at right back, Elly Bon and Kapama as central defenders, with Katindasa occupying the left back position. The midfield trio featured Mtega Gerlad on the right, Paco M centrally, and Paul Kiwese on the left, tasked with linking defence and attack. Up front, the forward line was spearheaded by Musonda Jr as the central striker, flanked by Militi WF on the right wing and Machaku Mid on the left. No substitutes were named for this fixture.

The first half saw both sides probing cautiously, with Stone Vetersn attempting to impose their rhythm through midfield control and wide play. The defensive pairing of Elly Bon and Kapama were particularly vigilant, cutting out early threats from BBC Veteran’s attackers. Imma in goal remained largely untroubled as the teams went in level at the interval.

Just two minutes after the restart, BBC Veteran broke the deadlock with a close-range finish inside the box, expertly struck with the right foot. This goal proved decisive in a match where chances were at a premium and defensive discipline was paramount. Stone Vetersn pressed forward in search of an equaliser but found the BBC Veteran defence resilient and well-organised.

Throughout the contest, Elly Bon stood out with commanding performances at the heart of defence, earning him the player of the match accolade. His timely interceptions and aerial dominance frustrated the opposition’s attacking efforts and provided a foundation for Stone Vetersn’s play.

Referee Manara officiated the game with authority and fairness, ensuring the match flowed smoothly in front of a crowd of 50 spectators. Despite Stone Vetersn’s efforts and tactical shape, BBC Veteran’s solitary strike was enough to secure victory in this tightly fought friendly encounter.