Kaizer Chiefs’ winning streak halted by resilient Polokwane City

Kaizer Chiefs made changes to their line-up following the win over Magesi FC, bringing back Given Msimango and Thabo Cele as they looked to keep their winning run going.

The visitors looked lively early on and tried to impose themselves quickly. Wandile Duba created the first opening, setting up Glodly Lilepo just outside the box, but the shot was blocked before it could test the goalkeeper.

CITY SETTLE AFTER EARLY KAIZER CHIEFS PRESSURE

Kaizer Chiefs kept asking questions in the opening spell. From a Lebohang Maboe corner, Aiden McCarthy rose well inside the box, but his header drifted wide as they searched for the opener.

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Polokwane City grew into the match after that early spell. Juan Mutudza nearly made the breakthrough with a header that forced Brandon Petersen into action.

The hosts began to find space and confidence, with Simon Ramabu getting a sight of goal after a neat pass from Ndaumelo Maphangule, but Petersen was again equal to it.

By the end of the first half, City had found their rhythm, while Chiefs’ early momentum had faded.

CHANCES COME AND GO IN OPEN SECOND HALF

The second half started with City on the front foot. Mutudza had another big chance from close range, but Petersen reacted quickly to keep the scores level.

Kaizer Chiefs had their moments later on. Msimango nearly scored with a strong header at the back post, but he couldn’t keep it on target.

Lilepo came even closer in the final stages, striking a powerful free-kick that crashed against the crossbar and went over.

City also had a late chance through Bonginkosi Dlamini, but his effort went straight at Petersen.

Both sides pushed in the closing minutes as the game opened up, but neither could find the finishing touch, with the match ending goalless in Polokwane.

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WHAT DOES THIS RESULT MEAN FOR KAIZER CHIEFS’ TOP-TWO PUSH?

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