Kaizer Chiefs defeated AmaZulu 1-0 in their Betway Premiership encounter at the Moses Mabhida Stadium on Saturday afternoon, denting the hosts top four finish target.
The goal to achieve the 57-point mark, the same number of points they last achieved in 2020 when they finished second is one of the main drivers for Kaizer Chiefs to win their last two matches.
Amazulu remain in contention for top-three finish after thrashing Chippa United 5-1 while Sekhukhune United were held to a 1-1 at home by Marumo Gallants in the Betway Premiership.
Orlando Pirates bounced back to winning ways in emphatic fashion to reclaim top spot in the Betway Premiership with a commanding 3-0 victory over AmaZulu FC at the Orlando Amstel Arena on Saturday.
AmaZulu head coach Arthur Zwane has stressed the importance of managing expectations within his relatively young squad as they push for a possible third-place finish and qualification for the CAF Confederation Cup.
Golden Arrows took the spoils in their KZN derby against Durban City while Amazulu fought back with 10 men to force a draw against Siwelele in Betway Premiership action on Saturday.