Kaizer Chiefs’ new coach, Nasreddine Nabi, tasted defeat for the first time in his tenure on Saturday afternoon. Mamelodi Sundowns handed Nabi his first loss as Amakhosi coach with a 2-1 victory in their Betway Premiership clash at FNB Stadium.
The Soweto giants were the first side to break the deadlock as early as nine minutes into the game through Ranga Chivaviro, who was also on the scoresheet when Chiefs defeated AmaZulu FC 3-1 in the midweek fixture.
However, Bafana Ba Style were never discouraged as they found an equaliser in the 31st minute of the showdown courtesy of in-form Lucas Ribeiro.
Masandawana did not stop there as they added to the scoreline in the 37th. minute, thanks to Iqraam Rayners’ goal.
Below are the talking points from this mouthwatering showpiece.
KAIZER CHIEFS FAIL TO MAINTAIN 100% WINNING RECORD
Chiefs failed to register their third consecutive win in the SA elite league under the tutelage of Nabi against the Chloorkop-based outfit.
The Glamour Boys came into this match having won their opening two league encounters of the campaign for the ninth time, more than any other side in PSL history.
In addition, Sundowns and the Soweto giants came into this contest for the first having both won their opening two league clashes in the same PSL season.
WHY GOALKEEPER AND ASSISTANT COACH ILYES MZOUGHI WAS NOT IN THE BENCH
Chiefs goalkeeper and assistant coach Ilyes Mzoughi was not on the bench because he had to attend to a family bereavement after losing his mother.
“Sending Love and Peace to goalkeeper coach, Ilyes Mzoughi who lost his mother, Hasna Mansour,” stated Chiefs in a statement.
“We are with you in spirit. We know you would have loved to be on the pitch today backing your Boys.”
MAMELODI SUNDOWNS PLAYERS RULED OUT OF TODAY’S MATCH
The Brazilians came into this entertaining encounter without four of their key players due to different injuries.
The four players are Erwin Saavedra, Kegan Johannes, Terrence Mashego, and Arthur Sales.
SOLD-OUT AFFAIR
The tickets for the afternoon’s game between Chiefs and the Sundowns were officially sold out before the kick-off.
As always, the fans’ abundant roars and rumbles in the stands made the game more enjoyable and fun.
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