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TS Galaxy Queens thrash City Lads 3-0 in KaNyamazane

The City Lads Ladies attempted to dominate, but the Queens' defence and strikers made sure they remained in the lead.

TS Galaxy Queens FC moved up to second place on the Hollywoodbets Super League log after defeating City Lads Ladies FC 3-0 at the Queens’ home ground, KaNyamazane Stadium on Saturday, June 7. The Queens are unbeaten at home.

In a nail-biting match, TS Galaxy Queens showed no mercy in the first half, creating numerous opportunities in the first 15 minutes of the game. Leandra Smeda of TS Galaxy Queens opened the scoring in the 18th minute of the game.

The Queens created another clear cut chance with Gontso Homba looking to register her name on the score sheet before the half-time break, but she lost control of the ball before securing the goal. Before the teams could be sent to half-time, City Lads created chances to score an equaliser in the referee’s optional time.

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Although efforts were made by City Lads Ladies, the Queens’ defence was well organised, leaving City Lads frustrated. In the second half, it took the Queens 13 minutes to extend their lead through Alicia Terhart in the 57th minute.

Sikelelwa Mhlanga of City Lads Ladies FC. Photos: Supplied/King Movic

Smeda secured her brace and the Queens’ third goal with 17 minutes remaining. TS Galaxy Queens had 79% ball possession, while City Lads had 18%.

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TS Galaxy Queens FC are now five points behind Mamelodi Sundowns Ladies with 26 points, while City Lads Ladies FC are in 12th place with 12.

Sibahle Maneli of TS Galaxy Queens FC and Jill Roord of City Lads Ladies FC.

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