MAMELODI SUNDOWNS VS GOLDEN ARROWS | DISKI SHIELD 2017/18

Mkhuma  48′

Competition: Multichoice Diski Shield – Semi Final
Date: Saturday 28 April 2018
Venue: Sugar Ray Xulu Stadium
Kick-off: 10h00

We have been knocked out of the Diski Shield after suffering a 1-0 loss to Mamelodi Sundowns at Sugar Ray Xulu Stadium this morning.

The Diski side played into the semi finals after drawing to Chippa, and then beating both Maritzburg United and Amazulu to top the group log.

During this new competition, we have seen some amazing play from both our experienced players as well as newcomers such as Cebekhulu, Mfanifikile Dlamin and Lindani Ndlelu.

We faced a Sundowns side that came onto the field and showed more determination than what they had in the group stages.

It was a tough fight from the kick off and both sides tried different attacking plays to get behind the defence.

We went into the changerooms with no score on the board. On return to the field, a quick attack from Sundowns saw them find space from the left. They managed to unleash a shot on goal and Mkhuma found the back of the net.

We fought hard for the equaliser. Sibiya had a promising chance, but a glance off the side of his boot saw it go wide of the mark.

A concerted effort to score was made. Sibiya, Sabelo and N.Dube had attempts, but strong defence from the Masandawana players denied us our chances today.

We would have loved to progress to the finals, but would like to congratulate Mamelodi Sundowns on the win and wish them well in the first Diski Shield final next weekend.