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90’ ⚽️ Game set. The referee blows his whistle three times after three minutes of stoppage time. It ends Mamelodi Sundowns 2-0 Marumo Gallants.
87’ ⚽️ Ndlovu’s shot is saved by Lako. The score remains Sundowns 2-0 Gallants.
84’ ⚽️ Sundowns put their foot on the ball as Gallants starve for possession.
71’ ⚽️ Massive chance! Zwane miss kicks the ball inside the box with the keeper to beat.
68’ ⚽️ Goal! Mailula with beautiful striker from the edge of the box. Sundowns 2-0 Gallants.
62’ ⚽️ Triple substitutions: Basadien, Mokoena and Matthews make way for Modiba, Ndlovu and Zwane.
50’ ⚽️ Very close! Ncube denies Mailula’s attempt after his goalkeeper Lako was beaten.
46’ ⚽️ The second half is underway at Loftus. Sundowns 1-0 Galllants.
45’ ⚽️ Half time! The referee blows for the break after two minutes of stoppage time.
37’ ⚽️ Substitution: Mdunyelwa comes in for the injured Mudau.
33’ ⚽️ Save! Sikhakhane’s diving header is denied by Williams.
32’ ⚽️ Yellow card! Khoza is booked for a challenge on Ndlondlo.
25’ ⚽️ Big save! Lako denies Bennet Mokoena’s powerful shot!
21’ ⚽️ Goal! Khoza hits a powerful volley after a corner rebound. Sundowns 1-0 Gallants.
16’ ⚽️ Williams saves Otladisa’s shot. That was Gallants’ first dangerous attack.
15’ ⚽️ Bicycle kick! Leon with the spectacular attempt but it goes straight into Lako’s hands.
12’ ⚽️ Long range strike! Aubaas with the effort that flies high! Sundowns 0-0 Gallants.
10’ ⚽️ Kabo Yellow’s fast tempo forces Gallants into a deep block.
8’ ⚽️ Luthuli fouls B. Mokoena. Sundowns win a freekick from 30 yards.
4’ ⚽️ Save! Basadien’s new post shot is saved by Lako!
1’ ⚽️ Kick off! We’re underway at Loftus!
STARTING LINE UPS
Mamelodi Sundowns’ starting line up: Williams, Mudau, Khoza, Kekana, Basadien, B. Mokoena, Allende, Aubaas, Matthews, Mailula, León
Substitutes: Goss, Mvala, Modiba, Ndlovu, Rayners, Mkhulise, Zwane, Mdunyelwa, Letlhaku.
Marumo Gallants‘ starting line up: Lako, Rikhotso, Madiba, Sikakane, Ncube, Ndlondlo, Luthuli, Manaka, Mabuza, Kunene, Otladisa
Substitutes: Mlambo, Mphambaniso, Sikhosana, Lukhele, Dhludhlu, Button, Moletshe, Marebane, Mkhwanazi
The fixture was originally scheduled for 1 August. The game was postponed after Sundowns requested time to mourn the tragic passing of midfielder Jayden Adams.
Now, Masandawana have an opportunity to make up their game in hand. They aim to climb from seventh place while putting pressure on the early league leaders.
Sundowns remain unbeaten in their opening two league matches. They started with a thrilling 3-2 victory over TS Galaxy before being held to a 1-1 draw by Kaizer Chiefs.
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Their attacking threat remains strong, with Cassius Mailula among the players leading the charge. However, head coach Miguel Cardoso will demand greater defensive discipline after his side conceded five goals in their last three competitive matches.
A victory at home would give the reigning African champions a major. It will move them closer to the top of the Betway Premiership standings.
MARUMO GALLANTS WINLESS START
Marumo Gallants, meanwhile, have endured a difficult start under head coach Phuti Mohafe. They sit 14th on the log with just one point after a goalless draw against Kruger United and a 3-1 defeat to Stellenbosch FC.
Gallants are still searching for their first victory of the campaign and face a daunting challenge against the reigning African champions.
Despite being underdogs, they will hope the additional preparation time created by the postponement can help them produce an upset at Loftus Versfeld.
