Kaizer Chiefs have made it two wins from their first two Betway Premiership games, securing a hard-fought 1-0 victory against Polokwane City at FNB Stadium.
The result sees Amakhosi continue their strong start to the season and remain at the top of the league table.
Coming into the match, Chiefs were on the back of a confident 2-0 win over Stellenbosch, while Polokwane City had drawn 0-0 with Magesi. Amakhosi made a few changes to the starting lineup, bringing in Sibongiseni Mthethwa, Wandile Duba, and Gaston Sirino to freshen up the side.
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The visitors, however, started more brightly, with Polokwane City’s Manuel Kambala forcing an early save from Chiefs goalkeeper Brandon Petersen. The first half was a balanced affair, with both teams creating chances.
Sirino’s free-kick went wide, and Petersen was called into action again to deny Mokibelo Ramabu. Chiefs’ best opportunity of the half came when Glodly Lilepo rattled the crossbar with a powerful header.
The second half saw a more labored performance from the home side, who struggled to get into a rhythm. Lilepo remained a constant threat, forcing a strong save from Polokwane City’s keeper, Brian Bwire.
Chiefs’ technical team looked to spark his team with a series of substitutions, bringing on Nkosingiphile Ngcobo, Pule Mmodi, and Siphesihle Ndlovu.
The changes paid off in the 79th minute when Siphesihle Ndlovu, a late substitute, picked up the ball inside the box and fired a low shot into the bottom corner, scoring the only goal of the game.
Despite late efforts from both sides to either extend the lead or find an equalizer, the score remained 1-0, securing a crucial three points for the home team.
Kaizer Chiefs will be looking to extend their winning streak when they face Richards Bay at FNB Stadium. The match is scheduled for Tuesday, 19 August 2025, with kick-off at 19:30.