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The Zimbabwe Premier Soccer League season is set to come to a thrilling conclusion this Sunday, with several clubs fighting for survival in a complex web of results, margins, and permutations.

Highlanders and Chicken Inn, both on 38 points, are in a relatively favorable position, with a win or draw ensuring their safety.

“A share of the points seems likely, which would push both teams to 39 points and secure their top-flight status,” said a league official.

The two teams are expected to draw, given their historical tendency to avoid heavy defeats against each other.

Manica Diamonds and Bikita Minerals are locked in a relegation battle, with the winner of their clash likely to secure safety.

“A win would take us to 39 points and ensure our survival,” said Manica Diamonds coach, adding to the tension.

A draw benefits Manica Diamonds, who would survive due to their superior goal difference, while relegating Bikita Minerals, currently on 37 points.

Dynamos’ fate is equally precarious, with the team needing to avoid defeat at home to FC Platinum to have any chance of survival.

“We must not lose, and we must win,” said Dynamos coach, emphasizing the importance of the match.

A loss could be fatal, depending on other results.

Triangle United’s survival hinges on beating Greenfuel, with a win keeping them in the fight.

“We must win and hope for favorable results elsewhere,” said Triangle United coach.

Greenfuel, on the other hand, has only one path to safety: victory.

Yadah FC faces an uphill battle, needing to win convincingly against Simba Bhora and rely on a cascade of favorable outcomes.

“We need a miracle, a big win, and help from rivals,” said Yadah FC officials.

To match mainly Dynamos, Manica Diamonds, Highlanders, and Chicken Inn’s potential 38 points in defeat, Yadah must overcome a daunting seven-goal difference deficit.

The final day is a puzzle of points and margins, with relegation likely to claim Bikita Minerals, Greenfuel, and Yadah, unless the football gods intervene.

The outcome is far from certain, with several clubs fighting for survival.

The Zimbabwe Premier Soccer League season will come to a close this Sunday, with the final whistle set to blow at 1700 hours.