Goalless draw costs Tzaneen United in title race
A goalless draw saw Tzaneen United slip to third place while Dolphins FC took over at the top of the ABC Motsepe League Stream A table.
TZANEEN – Tzaneen United have dropped to third place in the ABC Motsepe League standings after a goalless draw away to Vondwe Xi Bullets on Saturday.
Points dropped in goalless stalemate
Despite creating several chances, Tzaneen were unable to find a breakthrough in a tightly contested match against a resilient home side.
Dolphins FC edge into second place
The draw proved costly in the title race, allowing Dolphins FC to overtake them after a 2–0 win over Musina United. Dolphins now lead Tzaneen by a single point, with both teams on 19 matches played.
Mpheni Home Defenders extend their lead
League leaders Mpheni Home Defenders continue to set the pace in Stream A after a 2–1 win over Mukondeni Young Chiefs. They have extended their tally to 47 points from 19 games, maintaining a comfortable advantage over the chasing pack.
Relegation battle intensifies at the bottom
At the bottom of the table, Lebash Academy’s struggles continued with a 2–1 defeat to Phalaborwa United, leaving them firmly rooted in last place and facing increasing relegation pressure.
Nkowankowa Continental find form under new management
Nkowankowa Continental, however, are enjoying a resurgence under new management. Their 3–1 victory over Baduzah Celtics extended a strong run of form that has lifted them clear of the relegation zone.
Pressure builds in the tail-end of the season
With only a few matches remaining, the relegation battle is heating up, with Lebash Academy and Tshakhuma Tsha Mazivhandila among the sides still fighting to avoid the drop.
