PSL wrap: Stellenbosch continue impressive march as Rockets blast past AmaZulu

Stellenbosch extend unbeaten streak with big win over Royal Am

Stellenbosch FC showcased their dominance in the DStv Premiership, extending their unbeaten streak to an impressive 12 matches with a commanding 3-0 triumph over Royal AM at the Danie Craven Stadium.

The match saw Iqraam Rayners return to the Stellenbosch attack, displaying remarkable resilience just days after featuring for Bafana Bafana in their clash against Algeria. Additionally, goalkeeper Sage Stephens made a noteworthy comeback after being rested during the Nedbank Cup preceding the international break.

In a match that initially simmered under the sweltering heat, Steve Barker's side eventually seized control. Devon Titus broke the deadlock in the 25th minute, capitalizing on a precise through-ball from Rayners to slot the ball past Hugo Nyame and give Stellenbosch a 1-0 lead.

Titus, who has been enjoying a productive season, showcased his prowess once again, bringing his league goal tally to five, complementing his earlier contributions in the Nedbank Cup and Carling Knockout Cup.

Stellenbosch further solidified their lead just before half-time, with Andre de Jong calmly finding the net after outmanoeuvring the Royal AM defence to make it 2-0.

The home side maintained their momentum in the second half, with Rayners adding his name to the scoresheet, highlighting his dual role as both goal scorer and provider. Rayners' goal marked his eighth in the league, underlining his significance to the team's attacking prowess.

Despite a valiant effort from Royal AM, John Maduka's side fell short, leaving the manager disappointed, especially following their commendable performance in the previous league outing. Meanwhile, Stellenbosch ascends to second place, continuing their relentless pursuit of success in the Premiership.

Late goal secures victory for Arrows against Richards Bay

Golden Arrows piled more misery on Richards Bay with a 2-1 victory in their DStv Premiership clash at the Mpumalanga Stadium on Saturday.

Richards Bay needed a victory to move away from the relegation zone but it was Arrows that took the lead on the half-hour mark through Nduduzo Sibiya.

The visitors. to their credit, hit back on the stroke of halftime when forward Somila Ntsundwana found the back of the net.

Arrows though had the final say of the game when substitute Olwethu Ncube scored what proved to be the winner with 15 minutes of regulation time remaining.

The defeat means Richards Bay stay in the relegation play-off position and are only two points above bottom-of-the-table Cape Town Spurs.

The three points, meanwhile, moved Golden Arrows into the top eight of the league standings.

Mabena goal the difference for Polokwane against Chippa

Polokwane City bounced back from a run of three straight defeats with a morale-boosting 1-0 win over Chippa United at the Old Peter Mokaba Stadium.

Rise and Shine were knocked out of the Nedbank Cup by Richards Bay FC before also suffering back-to-back PSL losses against Orlando Pirates and Golden Arrows, but they were able to collect all three points against the Chilli Boys on Saturday to get their season back on the right track.

The winning goal came as early as five minutes into the clash when Ndumiso Mabena applied the finishing touch to a great team effort to put the home side in the lead.

Try as they might, the Chilli Boys could not find a way back into the match as Polokwane collected all three points to move back to within touching distance of the top eight, while Chippa stay down in 13th.

Rockets blast past AmaZulu in Mbombela

TS Galaxy moved to within a stone's throw of the top eight with a decisive 2-0 victory over AmaZulu at the Mbombela Stadium.

Both of Galaxy's goals came in the second half, with Thato Khiba putting the home side in the lead with only his second goal for the club in the 54th minute, before Serbian striker Samir Nurkovic doubled their advantage 20 minutes later.

There was no coming back for AmaZulu from there, as their winless streak in the PSL stretched to five matches.

The victory moves the Rockets into ninth place on the PSL table with 28 points, just one behind Golden Arrows, while Usuthu remain rooted down in 12th.

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