Mamelodi Sundowns are on the verge of making history yet again after a convincing 3-0 victory over TS Galaxy on Monday, putting them within touching distance of securing a remarkable seventh consecutive South African Premiership title.
The hero of the night was Peter Shalulile, who rediscovered his scoring touch with two well-taken goals in the first half.
Shalulile, the Namibia captain, found the back of the net in the 26th and 35th minutes, showcasing his prowess in front of goal. Substitute Thembinkosi Lorch sealed the victory with a goal in the 64th minute, putting the outcome beyond doubt for Sundowns.
The win extends Mamelodi Sundowns’ unbeaten league run to an impressive 47 matches across two seasons, setting a record for the league. This remarkable streak underscores the team’s dominance in South African football.
With just three points needed from their remaining seven matches, Mamelodi Sundowns can secure the title as early as Thursday if they defeat eighth-placed Kaizer Chiefs in Johannesburg.
A victory in this crucial match would see Sundowns crowned champions of the South African Premiership, the most lucrative national league in Africa.
Despite facing tough opposition, TS Galaxy struggled to make an impact throughout the game. Their night was further marred by a missed penalty from returning player Bernard Parker, who had a chance to grab a consolation goal in added time.
The visiting team also suffered a setback with the late sending off of Orebotse Mongae for a reckless tackle.
Mamelodi Sundowns’ depth and resilience were on display as they made six changes to the lineup that suffered defeat in the CAF Champions League semi-final against Esperance of Tunisia.
Despite these changes, Sundowns maintained control and dominance over Galaxy, highlighting the squad’s strength.
The atmosphere at Loftus Versfeld was electrifying as Sundowns showcased their championship form, leaving fans eagerly anticipating the momentous occasion when the league title is secured.
Mamelodi Sundowns’ pursuit of greatness continues, and their imminent seventh consecutive Premiership title is a testament to their consistency and quality on the pitch.
