Kaizer Chiefs extend DStv Diski Challenge winning run to eight matches

Kaizer Chiefs strengthened their position at the top of the DStv Diski Challenge with a 2-1 victory over Milford FC on Sunday, extending their winning run to eight matches.

Neo Bohloko opened the scoring for the Soweto giants from the penalty spot in the 12th minute, registering his ninth goal of the season.

Chiefs doubled their advantage shortly afterwards through Matala Makhubo. He showed determination to make his way into the penalty area before finding the top corner with a powerful finish.

Milford reduced the deficit in the 72nd minute when Fagan van der Vint completed a well-executed counter-attack.

The visitors held on during the closing stages to secure an eighth consecutive victory. The result restored Chiefs’ five-point advantage over Mamelodi Sundowns.

Durban City held by Golden Arrows

Golden Arrows missed the opportunity to record a third successive victory after drawing 1-1 with Durban City on Sunday afternoon.

Arrows went ahead in the 29th minute when Andiswa Booysen scored with a well-placed cushioned header inside the penalty area.

Durban City eventually found an equaliser in the 68th minute through Mthobisi SZondo, who took his season tally to four goals.

The draw leaves Golden Arrows in third place, three points behind second-placed Mamelodi Sundowns. Durban City finish the weekend in 12th position.