Mxolisi Macuphu of Royal AM FC during the DStv Premiership match against AmaZulu FC at Chatsworth Stadium in Durban on April 24 2022. Image: Darren Stewart/ ...
Stranded on the ground the defender illegally held the ball in his legs, conceding an indirect free-kick from just outside the six-yard box. From the perspective of Sundowns — who would have been crowned champions in low-key circumstances had Royal lost — the title race is as good as over. The clever forward's low shot was cleared past his own goalposts by back-pedalling Usuthu defender Abbubaker Mobara.
Royal AM were let down by some poor finishing as they drew 0-0 with AmaZulu FC in a DStv Premiership match at Chatsworth Stadium on Sunday afternoon.
Usuthu did have a rare chance towards the end of the match, but Nyame came out to block Luvuyo Memela's attempt from close range. The lanky forward played a defence-splitting pass for Mokete Mogaila, who placed his effort wide of the target with only Mothwa to beat from inside AmaZulu's box. The draw saw Thwihli Thwahla remain second on the league standings - 12 points behind leaders Mamelodi Sundowns, who have a game in hand.
AmaZulu and Royal AM produced a goalless draw in the PSL's KZN derby while Swallows fought back to beat Baroka.
Musa Nyatama provided assists for the two goals scored by the Zambian. Thereafter, another substitution was made by the visitors as Keagan Buchanan replaced Memela. Victor Letsoalo shot wide after he was spotted by Macuphu as the home side’s determination to get a goal was felt more than before.
Royal AM were let down by some poor finishing as they drew 0-0 with AmaZulu FC in a DStv Premiership match at Chatsworth Stadium on Sunday afternoon.
Royal AM were held to a goalless draw by a rejuvenated AmaZulu side in their DStv Premiership clash on Sunday.
Royal AM were held to a goalless draw by a rejuvenated AmaZulu side in their DStv Premiership clash on Sunday. Royal AM were held to a goalless draw by a rejuvenated AmaZulu side in their DStv Premiership clash on Sunday. Royal AM were held to a goalless draw by a rejuvenated AmaZulu side in their DStv Premiership clash on Sunday. Photo: Sydney Mahlangu/BackpagePix
Second-placed Royal AM were frustrated by local rivals AmaZulu in a 0-0 draw in the Durban derby at the Chatsworth Stadium on Sunday afternoon.
The entertainment of the game significantly increased in the second half. Royal AM again came close to opening the scoring just before the hour mark. Both teams were unable to really create good chances in the first half.
Mamelodi Sundowns need a point to clinch the Premier Soccer League title after Royal AM drew 0-0 with AmaZulu at Chatsworth Stadium on Sunday, ...
Stranded on the ground the defender illegally held the ball in his legs, conceding an indirect free-kick from just outside the six-yard box. The clever forward’s low shot was cleared past his own goalposts by back-pedalling Usuthu defender Abbubaker Mobara. AM edged a tight opening half, with their best chance coming inside the opening 20 minutes.
AmaZulu and Royal AM shared points after a goalless Premier Soccer League KwaZulu-Natal Derby on Sunday at Chatsworth Stadium in Durban.
Musa Nyatama provided assists for the two goals scored by the Zambian. Thereafter, another substitution was made by the visitors as Keagan Buchanan replaced Memela. Victor Letsoalo shot wide after he was spotted by Macuphu as the home side’s determination to get a goal was felt more than before.
High-flying Royal AM take on an AmaZulu side who are ever-improving under interim boss Brandon Truter.
Macuphu, 13. Mabuza, 13. Sikhakhane, 13.
The game will mark Usuthu's second KwaZulu Natal derby in a week after they downed Maritzburg United 1-0 last week.
We feel that we can beat Royal AM. The commitment from the players is there and the players are willing to work hard for the team,” said Mothwa. At the start of the season, AmaZulu chairman Sandile Zungu indicated that he wants the club to finish in the top four this season. They have home advantage and are also in solid contention to finish second which will grant them the right to play in next season’s Caf Champions League.