A Christmas Shock from Marriott Has Fans at Odds

Bernard Marriot's dramatic decision to dissolve Dynamos' executive committee has sparked a heated debate among the Glamour Boys' faithful. Some fans hail the move as long overdue, while others argue that it sidesteps the real issue – the ownership and governance crisis at the top of the Harare giants.

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The Christmas Eve dismissal of the executive, led by Moses Maunganidze, is the latest twist in a saga that has seen Dynamos lurch from one crisis to another in recent seasons. The club only escaped relegation on the final day of the campaign and has endured relentless boardroom turbulence without converting change into success on the pitch.

Divided Fans

Marriot's decision has split the fan base, with some welcoming the move as a necessary jolt after years of stagnation. Tatenda Matanga said, "The move to dissolve the executive was long overdue as they had failed to discharge their duties for the good of the club." However, Matanga also questioned the legitimacy of Marriot's ownership and the need for transparency.

Others, like Edward "Kushman" Makusha, believe that the club's problems cannot be solved by simply changing faces on the executive committee. "It's a one-man show," Makusha said. "Marriot acts as a 'godfather,' making decisions without proper board consultation, creating a dysfunctional system where he is the sole authority."

Calls for Ownership Transparency

Clayton Mucheukwa also questioned the logic of repeated reshuffles. "The club has replaced numerous executives and cycled through several chairmen, yet none of those changes have translated into a league title or meaningful progress. This shows that the problem runs deeper. The real challenge lies with the club's ownership."

Support for Marriot

However, some fans have rallied behind Marriot, arguing that decisive action was needed to halt Dynamos' decline. Trust Jim welcomed the move, saying, "Congratulations Marriot for such a bold decision, it was long overdue."

A Familiar Cycle?

As Dynamos brace for yet another reset, with key players attracting interest elsewhere and a new coach still to be appointed, the mood among supporters is one of weary anticipation. Whether Marriot's latest intervention signals genuine renewal or simply another chapter in a familiar cycle may depend less on who occupies the executive seats and more on whether the long-simmering questions over control and legitimacy are finally confronted.