This weekend’s Diski Challenge was filled with drama, from a late winner
ending an unbeaten streak to a nine-goal thriller, reshaping the early
league table.
Sundowns Edge Galaxy in Five-Goal Spectacle
Mamelodi Sundowns are the new league leaders after a hard-fought 3-2 win
against TS Galaxy. Bennet Mokoena, Siyabonga Mabena, and Kabelo Sibande
found the net for the Brazilians, overcoming goals from Nguessan Corneille
and Taye Marks for the Rockets.
Pirates’ Unbeaten Run Ended by Late Free-Kick
Orlando Pirates tasted defeat for the first time this season, losing 2-1
to Polokwane City. After Monty Bahlabane’s opener against the run of play,
Siphiwe Msilela leveled for the Buccaneers, only for Khololwethu Simoki to
seal the win for Polokwane with a beautiful 87th-minute free-kick.
Chiefs’ Struggles Continue
Kaizer Chiefs’ struggles deepened as a 1-1 draw with Magesi FC marked
their sixth consecutive match without a win. Leshate Morwasi had given
Chiefs the lead just before halftime, but Koketso Makgai’s 59th-minute
strike ensured the points were shared.
Round-Up:
- Golden Arrows 2-1 Marumo Gallants
- Richards Bay 4-5 Chippa United (A nine-goal thriller)
- Sekhukhune United 0-0 Siwelele FC
