A midweek round of Motsepe Foundation Championship action brought drama
as the league leaders were stunned, while the University of Pretoria roared
back to form with an emphatic victory.
Wednesday, 29 October Highlights
Milford FC 0-1 Kruger United
Milford FC retained their position at the summit of the table despite a
surprise 1-0 loss to Kruger United. The game’s decisive moment came five
minutes after halftime, with Khethu Ndlovu scoring the only goal. The result
lifts Kruger United to sixth, while Milford remains one point clear at the
top.
Casric Stars 1-1 Venda Football Academy
Casric Stars missed a crucial opportunity to reclaim first place after being
held to a 1-1 draw by Venda Football Academy. Tshepo Mohlala put the hosts
ahead in the 35th minute, but Tebogo Makobela’s second-half equalizer
ensured the points were shared, leaving Stars in second.
Other Wednesday Results:
- Black Leopards 1-1 Midlands Wanderers: A dramatic 90th-minute strike
from Mwape Musonda rescued a point for Leopards after Eugene Nxele had
given Wanderers an early lead. - Hungry Lions 2-0 Highbury FC: The Lions climbed to fifth place after a
confident victory over fourth-placed Highbury FC, securing back-to-back
wins.
Tuesday, 28 October Highlights
University of Pretoria 5-0 Leicesterford City
The University of Pretoria delivered a stunning statement of intent,
thrashing Leicesterford City 5-0. Thabo Nkwana was the star of the show,
netting a brace, with further goals from Thando Buthelezi, Bantu Chingi, and
Matome Rangata completing the rout.
Upington City 3-0 Baroka FC
Upington City continued their strong form with a comfortable 3-0 victory
over struggling Baroka FC. After a first-half opener from Lesedi Motha,
second-half goals from Rowan Visagie and Willie Willem Nel sealed the win,
marking back-to-back victories for the side.
Other Tuesday Result:
- The Bees 1-1 Gomora United: The Bees fought back to earn a point after
Nqaba Xulu canceled out Xola Mosiea’s first-half goal for Gomora United.
