Robson Sharuko

Metros Editor

SCOTTLAND will transform themselves into a US$60 million frachise by the time they complete their US$30 million 20,000-seater CAF-certified stadium in Mabvuku.

The champions are completing the developments of their facilities at Ruwa, which include a Club Village and training ground, which is valued at US$15 million. Club chairman Everson Chatambudza said upon completion of these major projects, Scottland would be on course to be valued at about US$60 million.

He was speaking at a function where the club unveiled their new kit for this year and new players on Friday night.

“I am proud to announce that we are constructing a state-of-the-art 20,000-seater CAF-certified stadium right here in Mabvuku,” said Chatambudza, who is a Harare lawyer.

“This is a US$30 million investment. The ground-breaking begins mid-March. No more renting. No more begging for venues.

“We are building the home of football, right where we were born.

“We are happy to be making this humble contribution towards the development not only of our club, but this is definitely a plus for domestic football.

“Over and above the stadium in Mabvuku, we are developing our Ruwa facilities, valued at US$15 million. These will be world-class training grounds where champions are made.

“Indeed, it’s no longer business as usual, as a matter of fact, we are modernising the game of football as we know it.

“When you combine all these investments, the stadium, the Ruwa facilities, the sponsorships, Scottland FC is on track to be valued at over US$60 million.”

Chatambudza said their sponsors have committed US$10 million in sponsorship for this season alone.

“That is confidence, that is belief. And, on top of that, we have received 40 operation vehicles to to support the team’s logistics.

“To each and every one of you (the sponsors), thank you. Thank you for trusting us. Thank for investing in the dream of Mabviravira.

“We will not let you down.”

He said their focus was not just on winning tournaments and the championship but also on serving their community in Mabvuku and Tafara.

“But football is not just about what happens on the pitch. It is about the community that breathes life into the club.

“Many of you know the Mabvuku Clinic (Scottland Medical Centre). That clinic attended to over 70,000 patients last year alone, completely free of charge.

“Free check-ups. Free treatments. Free ambulances serving our community. That is who we are. That is Mabviravira, we take care of our own.

“And we are not stopping there. We are planning to build a massive hospital to grow that clinic, because the people of Mabvuku deserve quality healthcare. This is our Corporate Social Responsibility. This is our promise.

“Of course, none of this would be possible without the partners who believe in our vision.”