Orlando Pirates beat Kaizer Chiefs 2-1 in the Soweto Derby as eight Betway Premiership matches produced 21 goals over the weekend.
The result at FNB Stadium extended coach Abdeslam Ouaddou’s winning run to seven consecutive league victories. Yanela Mbuthuma put the defending champions ahead before Pule Mmodi levelled for Kaizer Chiefs. Tshepang Moremi then struck the decisive goal to give Orlando Pirates victory over their Soweto rivals.
Mamelodi Sundowns responded to that result by strengthening their own title challenge with a 4-1 win against Durban City at Loftus Versfeld.
Thabang Matuludi scored twice for Sundowns, with Iqraam Rayners and Antonio van Wyk also finding the net. The result kept Mamelodi Sundowns at the top of the table, one point clear, while they still have a game in hand.
AmaZulu FC maintained their strong run under coach Arthur Zwane with a narrow victory against provincial rivals Golden Arrows. The match was settled by a single goal, giving AmaZulu FC another important three points.
Betway Premiership newcomers Milford FC also continued their impressive start in the top flight. They claimed a 1-0 win over Sekhukhune United to add to their early-season progress.
First league win for Marumo Gallants
Marumo Gallants secured their first league victory under new coach Ronnie Kananelo in a five-goal contest against Siwelele FC.
Bahlabane Ba Ntwa prevailed 3-2, with Samkele Sihlali scoring twice and Ndabayithethwa Ndlondlo contributing the other goal. The victory marked a significant milestone for Marumo Gallants after their difficult start under Kananelo.
Another newly promoted side, Kruger United, recorded a convincing 3-1 victory against Richards Bay.
Elsewhere, Chippa United produced one of the weekend’s notable away results by defeating Stellenbosch FC 2-0 under coach Brandon Truter.
The only fixture to finish without a goal was the meeting between Polokwane City and TS Galaxy at the Old Peter Mokaba Stadium.
