Wicknell Chivayo Honoured With Huge Football Tribute Days After His Death
- Scottland Football Club supporters turned Rufaro Stadium into a sea of tributes for their late benefactor
- Huge banners featuring Wicknell Chivayo and his wife Lucy Muteke were displayed before the cup clash
- The emotional occasion ended with Scottland edging Bulawayo Chiefs in a dramatic penalty shoot-out
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Zimbabwean businessman Wicknell Chivayo was honoured with a major football tribute just days after his death, with Scottland supporters displaying huge banners featuring him and his wife, Lucy ‘Lulu’ Muteke, at Rufaro Stadium.
The tribute took place on Sunday, 4 October 2026, before Scottland faced Bulawayo Chiefs in a ZIFA Munhumutapa Challenge Cup quarter-final.
Scottland fans displayed at least seven large banners carrying photographs of Chivayo and Muteke. The banners also featured the Scottland badge and the words:
“Rest In Peace Mr & Mrs Chivayo.”
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The Herald shared a photo of one of the banners on X:
Soccer24 also shared a video of the emotional tribute on Facebook:
A moment of silence was also held before the match.
Chivayo and Muteke died in a helicopter crash in Zimbabwe on 30 September. Authorities confirmed there were no survivors.
Scottland players wanted to honour their benefactor
The tribute came as Scottland played their first competitive match since Chivayo's death. The businessman had been one of the club's major sponsors and benefactors, making the fixture an emotional occasion for the players and supporters.
Scottland coach Norman Mapeza said the club was still struggling to come to terms with the loss.
“We are still in shock. Wicknell was like a brother to me, I knew him for a very long time. May his soul rest in peace,” Mapeza said, according to The Herald.
Defender Albert Manenji said the players wanted their football to become part of the tribute.
“We just have to honour him with our performances on the pitch, starting with the match against Bulawayo Chiefs,” Manenji said.
Scottland win dramatic cup shootout
The match itself provided another emotional moment as Scottland secured a place in the semi-finals. The two sides played to a goalless draw before Scottland won 5-4 on penalties. Goalkeeper Matthew Tafiremutsa produced crucial saves during the shootout.
The scenes at Rufaro offered a striking glimpse into Chivayo's connection with Scottland. The club now moves into the Munhumutapa Challenge Cup semi-finals, while continuing its league campaign.
Highlanders face fresh questions after Chivayo’s death
Briefly News previously reported that Wicknell Chivayo had become a major financial benefactor of Highlanders, with his support reportedly running into millions of dollars.
Days after his death, the Bulawayo giants announced a 91-day strategic review covering several areas of the club. The timing has raised fresh questions about what comes next for one of Zimbabwe’s most historic football clubs.
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