BackpagepixKaizer Chiefs and Mamelodi Sundowns kept their unbeaten Premier Soccer League records intact after a goalless stalemate in front of a packed Soccer City crowd.
Both goalkeepers were called into action, with Sundowns’ Ronwen Williams and Chiefs’ Brandon Petersen producing impressive saves, but neither side could break the deadlock.
With the 0-0 result, Amakhosi remain second on the log, while Sundowns sit just behind them in third.
GOAL breaks down the winners & losers from FNB Stadium.
BackpagepixMthethwa was outstanding, putting his body on the line again and again. He showed he wasn’t afraid to do the dirty work and gave everything for his team.
BackpagepixDespite flashes of promise, Sundowns looked like a pale shadow of their usual selves. They struggled to take control of the game and fell short of the level their fans have come to expect.
BackpagepixEven though his team wasn’t at their best, Williams kept them in the game with some brilliant saves, showing why he’s such a reliable presence in goal.
BackpagepixDuba had Amakhosi fans on edge with a series of reckless challenges, picking up a yellow card and eventually being substituted off to avoid further trouble.
BackpagepixA huge round of applause to the fans who packed FNB Stadium for a midweek clash. Their energy and unwavering support were truly incredible to witness.
BackpagepixThe coach opted for more defensive changes than attacking ones in a match where breaking down Chiefs and finding the net should have been the priority.