Royal AM vs Mamelodi Sundowns

While the Brazilians have already secured the title, there's still much to play for Royal AM who are chasing the prized CAF Champions League second spot.

They’ve been very direct in their play with two strikers and one 10 which is Mabena.” They even changed the approach to a certain extent. Thabiso Kutumela of Mamelodi Sundowns celebrates goal with teammates during the DStv Premiership 2021/22 match between Mamelodi Sundowns and TS Galaxy at Loftus Versfeld Stadium, Pretoria, on 19 September 2021 ©Samuel Shivambu/BackpagePix

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“It is important for us to clear the air because it might have left a sour taste and people might think we are saying Royal Bafokeng’s pitch is not good. “They have been playing a lot of long balls and are very direct with their two strikers and one playmaker. Besides that, they have changed the squad and their approach to a certain extent because they are no longer building up from the back a lot,” said Mngqithi.

Follow all of the live updates from this afternoon's crunch DStv Premiership clash between Mamelodi Sundowns and Royal AM.

They’ve been very direct in their play with two strikers and one 10 which is Mabena.” They even changed the approach to a certain extent. There appears to be no stopping Mamelodi Sundowns’ Namibian striker Peter Shalulile in front of goal.

The DStv Premiership game between Royal and champions Mamelodi Sundowns has been suspended due to incessant rain and a waterlogged pitch.

Sundowns, by virtue of being champions, are guaranteed a Champions League spot next season. Play came to a grinding halt after 23 minutes when officials consulted and decided to stop the match. Moments later, the PSL announced that the fixture between Royal AM and Sundowns had been abandoned due to inclement weather, adding that the new date and kick-off time will be announced in due course.

A heavy downpour put a damper on Mamelod Sundowns hopes of being officially crowned Premier Soccer League (PSL) champions for a record 12th time.

Royal came to Saturday’s match with a match in hand after their league tie against Orlando Pirates was postponed last week due to the latter being involved in the Caf Confederation Cup. Sundowns confirmed winning a record-extending fifth successive league title with four games to spare and were set to be given their trophy and medals after the match in Durban on Saturday. Their DStv Premiership game against Royal AM at the Chatsworth Stadium in Durban on Saturday was called off due to a waterlogged pitch.

Mamelodi Sundowns will have to keep their champagne on ice as their game with Royal AM was abandoned due to waterlogged pitch.

A heavy downpour put a damper on Mamelod Sundowns hopes of being officially crowned Premier Soccer League (PSL) champions for a record 12th time.

Royal came to Saturday’s match with a match in hand after their league tie against Orlando Pirates was postponed last week due to the latter being involved in the Caf Confederation Cup. Sundowns confirmed winning a record-extending fifth successive league title with four games to spare and were set to be given their trophy and medals after the match in Durban on Saturday. Their DStv Premiership game against Royal AM at the Chatsworth Stadium in Durban on Saturday was called off due to a waterlogged pitch.

News reaching the Siya crew is that a new date has been has set for the abandoned DStv Premiership clash between Royal AM and Mamelodi Sundowns.

The Siya crew have since been informed that the game looks set to be played on Monday depending on weather conditions. News reaching the Siya crew is that a new date has been has identified for the abandoned DStv Premiership clash between Royal AM and Mamelodi Sundowns.

Royal AM (0) 0. Mamelodi Sundowns (0) 0. Royal AM: P. Nyame, L. Phalane, J. Dlamini, L. Manganyi, M. Mogaila, K. Mahlasela, S. Msomi, T. Matlaba, T. Potsane, V. Letsoalo, M. Macuphu. Mamelodi Sundowns: R. Pieterse, K. Mudau, G. Kekana, D. Lunga, ...

Mamelodi Sundowns (0) 0 Royal AM (0) 0 The DStv Premiership clash between Royal AM and Mamelodi Sundowns at Chatsworth Stadium was abandoned as a result of inclement weather on Saturday. Weather stops play between Royal and Sundowns