Flavio Silva Marks Debut with a Goal as Kaizer Chiefs Defeat Golden Arrows to Maintain PSL Lead
Flavio Silva took less than 10 minutes to demonstrate why Kaizer Chiefs brought him on as a marquee player for the 2025/26 season.
The Portuguese striker made an immediate impression after being subbed in during the second half, scoring with one of his first touches to secure a 1-0 win for Amakhosi against Lamontville Golden Arrows at Moses Mabhida Stadium in Durban.
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This victory marked Chiefs’ fourth of the season, keeping them tied at 13 points with Sekhukhune United, who lead the Betway Premiership on goal difference following their 2-0 win over Durban City in Polokwane on Saturday night.
Chiefs Struggled Before Flavio Silva’s Breakthrough
Prior to Silva’s decisive goal, the match appeared headed for a goalless draw. Coach Nasreddine Nabi opted to introduce Silva, Gaston Sirino, and Mfundo Vilakazi just before the hour mark, replacing Mduduzi Shabalala, Ashley du Preez, and Pule Mmodi, who were unable to finish their chances.
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It was Sirino’s smart assist that allowed Silva to make an ideal introduction to the Amakhosi supporters, many of whom had expressed skepticism about his signing after his nine goals in 33 appearances in the Indonesian league last season.
Despite Silva’s game-winning goal, the Chiefs’ performance highlighted ongoing challenges in the final third. “Their play was disjointed,” especially in the first half, where they squandered several scoring opportunities. Sirino came close to doubling the lead late in the match, but his effort went astray after being set up by Sibongiseni Mthethwa.
On the other hand, Golden Arrows rarely threatened. Junior Dion struck the woodwork in the 55th minute, but Manqoba Mngqithi’s team could only muster one shot on target throughout the match.
Nabi’s Defence Proves Rock-Solid as Sundowns’ Shalulile Makes History
Although the Chiefs still lack precision in their attack, Nabi will be pleased with the team’s defensive improvement. The Tunisian coach has overseen a remarkable turnaround—after conceding 32 goals in 28 league matches last season, Chiefs have now gone five matches without allowing a single goal.
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In other PSL news, significant history was made in Cape Town. Mamelodi Sundowns striker Peter Shalulile shattered the long-standing PSL scoring record by converting a penalty in his team’s 1-0 victory over Stellenbosch FC.
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The Namibian forward’s 130th goal allowed him to surpass Siyabonga Nomvethe, the legendary striker from Kaizer Chiefs, Orlando Pirates, and African Wanderers.
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