Winners and Losers in South African Football: A Weekend Recap

Winners and Losers in South African Football: A Weekend Recap

The past weekend in South African football was nothing short of exhilarating, with both the (PSL) and Caf Champions League delivering intense action.

Let’s dive into the winners and losers from the recent matches:

Winners:

1. TS Galaxy: After a challenging start last season, TS Galaxy found themselves at the bottom of the league table. The firing of coach Owen da Gama led to the arrival of Sead Ramovic, an unknown figure. Fast forward to this season, and TS Galaxy has secured 7 points from their first 3 games, a significant improvement. Tim Sukazi, the team’s owner, can be proud of these small but crucial steps.
   • Fun Fact: No team that has taken 7+ points from their first 3 games has ever been relegated from the PSL.
2. Richards Bay: The newly promoted side has made an impressive start, collecting 7 points from their first 3 games.Their fixture list included matches against Golden Arrows, Marumo Gallants, and Sekhukhune. With Chiefs and Supersport struggling, Richards Bay aims to maintain their position at the top of the table.
3. • Fun Fact: Only one other newly promoted team (2001/2 Black Leopards with 9 points) has won more points in the first three games after promotion.
4. Mamelodi Sundowns: Although they narrowly missed the top spot on our list, Sundowns had a dream weekend. Bongani Zungu’s signing, a 4-0 victory over rivals, and a debut goal from a foreign player—all in response to a midweek league defeat—made it a memorable few days.
   • Fun Fact: This was the 10th time Sundowns won a PSL match by a 4+ margin, tying with Supersport for the most such winning margins.
5. Stellenbosch’s Youngstars: Their impressive win against a team with a perfect record halted their sluggish start to the season. Stellenbosch’s young talents stepped up when it mattered.

Losers:

1. Rhulani Mokwena: The pressure is mounting on Mokwena after his team failed to meet expectations. The anticipated target remains elusive, and the scrutiny is intense.

In summary, South African football continues to provide drama, surprises, and moments that keep fans on the edge of their seats.

As the season unfolds, we’ll witness more twists and turns—both joyous and heartbreaking—for these teams and their supporters.