Kaizer Chiefs Remain in the Race Following 3-2 Win Against Siwelele

Johannesburg – Kaizer Chiefs maintained their early-season momentum with a 3-2 triumph against Siwelele FC in a rain-drenched Dobsonville Stadium on Sunday, 6 September 2026.

This victory secures the Soweto giants third place on the Betway Premiership standings, accumulating 11 points from five matches, remaining in the race behind front-runners Mamelodi Sundowns and Orlando Pirates.

Mfundo Vilakazi netted the opening goal in the 30th minute, sprinting onto a perfectly timed pass from Lebohang Maboe before deftly chipping the oncoming Samkelo Xulu.

Chiefs extended their lead in the 65th minute with Wandile Duba executing a stunning back-heel finish from a delivery by Mduduzi Shabalala, a goal already being touted as a potential goal of the season contender.

Siwelele quickly responded with a goal from Aphiwe Baliti in the 68th minute.

Substitute Faiz Abrahams then re-established the two-goal lead in the 77th minute when his free-kick struck the woodwork and fortuitously ricocheted off Xulu for an own goal.

In the dying moments of stoppage time, Michel N’Guessan added another goal for the visitors, but Chiefs held firm to secure the three points.

This win marked Amakhosi’s unbeaten progression in the campaign (three wins and two draws) and kept them closely trailing the top two teams.

Coach Fernando da Cruz expressed satisfaction with the result but voiced concerns over his team’s defensive weaknesses.

“In the first half, we created numerous opportunities but failed to capitalize. In the second half, Siwelele had two chances and scored twice,” remarked the Chiefs coach post-match.

“We have a problem there – we need to enhance our defense and minimize chances given to our opponents.

“We lack leadership and character, a strong presence in our defensive line – this needs addressing, and we must work diligently.

“We generated ample chances yet didn’t convert, leading to potential mistakes. We’re not clinical enough in both the attacking and defensive areas.”

Despite the late excitement, the win solidifies the Glamour Boys’ position in the title race as the season progresses.

Disclaimer: This article was compiled using the AI tool Grok on X and may contain inaccuracies

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