Kaizer Chiefs Maintain Perfect Diski Challenge Start as Orlando Pirates Draw Again

Kaizer Chiefs extended their perfect start to the DStv Diski Challenge season with a convincing 4-0 victory over Marumo Gallants, while defending champions Orlando Pirates were held to their third successive draw.

The result keeps Chiefs at the top of the table with 12 points from four matches. Vela Khumalo’s side lead second-placed Sekhukhune United by two points after another emphatic performance.

Keitumetse Lesia opened the scoring in the 13th minute, before Tashiel Rugunanan doubled the advantage with a sublime free-kick eight minutes before half-time.

Chiefs continued to control the match after the break, with Steven Mendes making it 3-0 in the 50th minute. Lesia then completed the rout by scoring his second goal of the afternoon.

Pirates, meanwhile, were unable to end their difficult run as they shared the points with newcomers Kruger United in a 1-1 draw.

The Buccaneers took the lead, but Kruger United responded to level the contest and held on to claim a point. It was Pirates’ third consecutive draw as they continue to struggle to match the form expected of the defending champions.

Mamelodi Sundowns also secured a victory, narrowly defeating TS Galaxy 2-1.

Simphiwe Mlondo put the Brazilians ahead after 30 minutes, but TS Galaxy restored parity nine minutes later through Siyanda Xulu.

Mlondo eventually settled the match in Sundowns’ favour, scoring his second goal of the game in the 68th minute to secure all three points.

Sekhukhune United recorded the biggest win apart from Chiefs, beating Chippa United 4-1. Polokwane City defeated AmaZulu 2-1, while Golden Arrows won 1-0 away to Richards Bay.

Stellenbosch FC and Siwelele played out a goalless draw.

The full results were:

Kaizer Chiefs 4-0 Marumo Gallants Sekhukhune United 4-1 Chippa United Polokwane City 2-1 AmaZulu Richards Bay 0-1 Golden Arrows Kruger United 1-1 Orlando Pirates Stellenbosch FC 0-0 Siwelele TS Galaxy 1-2 Mamelodi Sundowns