Fortune Binzi Biography | Early Life | Education | Club Career and Teams Played For | Awards
This is the biography of Fortune Binzi a Zimbabwean professional footballer who plays as a striker for Manica Diamonds Football Club in the Castle Lager Premier Soccer League. Known for his determination and goal-scoring abilities, Binzi has made a name for himself as a rising talent in Zimbabwean football.
Early Life
Born and raised in Sakubva, Mutare, Fortune Binzi developed a passion for football from a young age.
Age
Fortune Binzi was born on 31 July 1998.
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Education
Binzi attended Zamba Primary School for his early education and later completed his secondary schooling at Mutare Boys’ High School.
Club Career
Early Development
Binzi began honing his skills at La Sakubva Juniors, where he demonstrated his potential as a striker. He then moved to Mutare City Rovers Football Club, further developing his talent before joining Yadah Stars Football Club.
Yadah Stars
During the 2022 Premier Soccer League season, Binzi struggled to make a significant impact at Yadah Stars, scoring only three goals. However, he gained attention in the same season by stepping up during teammate Ngoma’s injury, netting six goals in eight matches.
Manica Diamonds
In 2023, Binzi joined Manica Diamonds Football Club, where he cemented his reputation as a reliable striker. On April 29, 2023, he became the first player of the season to score a hat trick during a 4-0 victory over Black Rhinos at Gibbo Stadium.
Despite suffering a serious arm injury during a match against Sheasham, which required 21 stitches and sidelined him for eight games, Binzi made a determined return. Playing through pain and relying on painkillers, he helped his team remain competitive in the league.
Binzi scored 10 goals during the 2023 season, even as Manica Diamonds played all their matches away from home. Although he narrowly missed the Golden Boot, finishing behind Takunda Benhura of Ngezi Platinum Stars, his consistent performances earned him a spot in the Castle Lager Soccer Stars Best XI for 2023.
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Awards
In April 2023, Binzi was voted the Footballers Union of Zimbabwe (FUZ) Player of the Month, a recognition from his fellow players for his exceptional performance.
