Mamelodi Sundowns kicked off the DStv Premiership campaign with a 2-0 win over Cape Town City on Friday evening.
A late goal from Bernard Parker salvaged a 2-2 draw for Kazier Chiefs against Swallows which sent the Birds into the play-offs while Chiefs miss out on continental football.
Defensive errors yet again proved to be Kaizer Chiefs’ downfall as they suffered a 2-1 loss against Cape Town City at the FNB Stadium, their fourth defeat in a row.
Mamelodi Sundowns defender Neo Maema admits his side were disappointed and angry after their exit from the Caf Champions League at the weekend, but insists they have to switch focus to the league title, which they can secure against Cape Town City on Wednesday.
Mamelodi Sundowns need one point from their DStv Premiership clash with Cape Town City in Pretoria on Wednesday to clinch a record-extending fifth straight league title.
Kaizer Chiefs claimed the bragging rights in the Soweto derby after securing a 2-1 victory over Orlando Pirates at the Orlando Stadium in the DStv Premiership on Saturday afternoon.
Orlando Pirates were held to a goalless draw by Cape Town City at the Orlando Stadium, while Marumo Gallants claimed the bragging rights in the Limpopo derby after thrashing Baroka 3-0 at the Peter Mokaba Stadium on Wednesday evening.
Kaizer Chiefs attacker Keagan Dolly admits he is disappointed by his side's exit from the Nedbank Cup at the hands of TS Galaxy, but believes Tuesday’s clash with Cape Town City is the perfect opportunity to bounce back.
There may have been some that questioned Mamelodi Sundowns' thinking in signing 34-year-old Bradley “Surprise” Ralani but co-coach Manqoba Mngqithi has insisted that wingers numbers in several key attacking metrics show he has what it takes to thrive.
Orlando Pirates missed the chance to overtake Kaizer Chiefs in the DStv Premiership standings after they played out to a 1-1 draw with Soweto rivals Swallows FC at the Dobsonville Stadium on Tuesday evening.