Mamelodi Sundowns edge Royal AM to dislodge Orlando Pirates from PSL top spot

The Brazilians went ahead as early as six minutes into the match when Sphelele Mkhulise profited from an error by Royal AM defender Ayabulela Maxwele to beat goalkeeper Zakhele Ngcobo.

With the visitors from KwaZulu-Natal putting up a stern challenge, Khuliso Mudau finished them off with four minutes to go in a follow-up to Peter Shalulile's failed attempt.

Sbangani Zulu then headed in Royal AM's consolation goal in stoppage time as they pressed for an equaliser.

Deservedly, Mudau was named Man of the Match after a solid shift which saw him influence the result.

"I needed that goal to gain my confidence going forward," Mudau told SuperSport TV after the match.

Royal AM remain winless this season with four draws and a defeat in all competitions.

Wednesday's result was a fifth PSL match without tasting victory and they could now be feeling the bite of the Fifa player transfer ban imposed on them.

The Brazilians would want to remain on their winning streak when they visit Polokwane City for their next league match on Sunday.

A day earlier, Royal AM host Sekhukhune United seeking their first league win of the season.