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The Buccaneers mentor praised the Amakhosi goalkeeper after the shot-stopper played a pivotal role in a draw at FNB Stadium, leaving the Sea Robbers to rue a host of missed opportunities in a high-stakes encounter. He proved to be the decisive figure for the Glamour Boys, producing a commanding display after missing the previous meeting between the Soweto rivals in February, a clash in which the Naturena outfit conceded three goals.

Amakhosi have struggled in recent years to provide the South Africa national team with players. However, their recent upturn in form has sparked renewed attention on their squad, with some of their standout performers now putting their hands up for international selection.

After a losing streak that extended for six games, Amakhosi finally managed to put a stop to Bucs' derby dominance in the league. Although the Naturena heavyweights did not win the game, they snatched a point from their rivals, who are in a tight race against Mamelodi Sundowns.

Although it was a matchday overshadowed by the Soweto Derby, keen PSL fans also turned their attention to the Masandawana match. Downs had a chance to overtake the Sea Robbers but ended up dropping points, too. This means the title race remains as tight as it was before the derby as the season fast approaches its conclusion.

The 31-year-old was in inspired form last weekend, pulling off big saves that helped the Glamour Boys get a point against old rivals Bucs. It was the first time they avoided defeat against the Sea Robbers after losing the initial six league derbies consecutively.

The clash pitting the South African top-flight heavyweights was the highlight of the weekend. Bucs, who were seen as favourites to extend their dominance over the Glamour Boys, ended up dropping points, a result seen as a setback to their title ambitions. However, an ugly scene occurred before the teams clashed on the pitch as security personnel clashed, leading to a protest by Amakhosi.

The Glamour Boys’ goalkeeper wore his heart on his sleeve after a masterclass in the Soweto Derby, finally answering those who have questioned his capabilities. The veteran shot-stopper emerged as Amakhosi’s ultimate hero, producing a defiant display to frustrate title-chasing Orlando Pirates and secure a hard-fought 1-1 draw at FNB Stadium on Sunday.

Although eyes are firmly on the Premier Soccer League title race between Mamelodi Sundowns and Orlando Pirates, there are other stakes to be fought for by other teams across the table. Kaizer Chiefs are eyeing a top-three finish that will hand them a CAF Confederation Cup ticket as other teams battle for top-eight finishes.

The Sea Robbers are taking giant steps towards winning the title as the defending champions, the Glamour Boys, fell after a long period of an unbeaten streak again. However, the Bucs' lead has been reduced, which means the title race is unlikely to be a smooth-sailing journey for the log leaders.

The Glamour Boys are chasing their first win over the Sea Robbers in seven Premier Soccer League outings, having lost the initial six in a row. The first round ended 3-0 in favour of Bucs, explaining why Amakhosi are coming into the match under pressure.

As strikers like Iqraam Rayners and Junior Dion battle for the Golden Boot award, the Bucs centre-forward has struggled to score on a more regular basis. Although his goal output is low, head coach Abdeslam Ouaddou has trusted him more, starting the striker more regularly than Evidence Makgopa and Boitumelo Radiopane.

The Soweto giants have been in form recently, explaining why this Sunday's outing is promising to be a thrilling encounter for both the players, the fans, and Mzansi at large. The Bafana Bafana international will be aiming at inspiring Amakhosi to their first win over Bucs following six consecutive losses in the country's top-flight football.

The last time the arch-rivals met, the Sea Robbers claimed a commanding victory, and on Sunday, both go into the game enjoying an impressive run. This is a game that will be followed keenly with the wider football fraternity because its result can have a huge effect on the title race.