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Wikipedia - CAPS United F.C.
CAPS United F.C. is a Zimbabwean football club based in Harare. Formed in 1973, the team rose to prominence in the late 1970s and early 1980s.
History
The team is popularly known as the "Cup Kings" or "Makepekepe", earned due to their success in cup tournaments in the late 1970s and 1980s. It was formerly nicknamed the Manchester Road Boys because of their former address.
They are Harare's second most popular team after their rivals Dynamos F.C., whose fans refer to them as "Madzvinyu" (Lizards). While CAPS United have fewer trophies than Dynamos, they have produced some of the country's best players, including Shacky Tauro and Brenna Msiska.
In 1972, Maurice Kraemer decided to start an official football outfit to entertain workers at Central African Pharmaceuticals, a business based at Manchester Road. Just one year later CAPS Rovers was registered as a team in the Northern Region.
Coach, Steven Kwashi led the team to victory in the 1996 championship. In 2004, Charles Mhlauri took over the club, winning back-to-back championships with the club only losing one game in 2004; a 4–3 home defeat to Highlanders F.C. in a thrilling game at the National Sports Stadium.
Due to the large fan bases and the passionate rivalry between CAPS United and the Dynamos, their games are referred to as the "Harare Derby", and they attract large crowds. As for other rivalries, the matches between CAPS United and Bulawayo side Highlanders FC have been dubbed the "Battle of the Cities".
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Former logo
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Present logo
The team's colors are green and white, symbolizing hope and unity, and they play their home matches at the National Sports Stadium, which has a capacity of over 60,000 spectators. CAPS United has a fierce rivalry with Dynamos FC, known as the Harare Derby, which is one of the most anticipated fixtures in Zimbabwean football, drawing large crowds and intense competition.
CAPS United has enjoyed considerable success in domestic competitions, having won multiple Zimbabwe Premier Soccer League titles and domestic cups. The club is also known for its commitment to developing local talent, often promoting young players from its academy to the first team.
With a legacy of excellence and a commitment to the community, CAPS United continues to be a symbol of pride for its supporters and a key player in the landscape of Zimbabwean soccer. The team's motto, "The Green Machine," reflects its dynamic style of play and determination to succeed on both the national and continental stages.