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Phezulu FC dominates Secunda M Stars in eMbalenhle derby

The winners are now sitting comfortably at the top of the ABC Motsepe League with 59 points.

Phezulu FC secured a convincing 3-0 victory over Secunda M Stars FC in the highly anticipated eMbalenhle derby held on April 18 at Lillian Ngoyi Stadium in Secunda.

Whenever these two ABC Motsepe League sides from the Govan Mbeki Municipality clash, excitement builds across the community, with supporters passionately debating the outcome both on the streets and across social media.

Heading into this encounter, Phezulu had already won their previous meetings against the Stars – and they continued that dominance with another emphatic win.

The result further strengthens Phezulu’s position at the top of the ABC Motsepe Foundation League standings, where they now sit comfortably with 59 points.

Meanwhile, Secunda M Stars remain in fourth place with 38 points, facing an uphill battle to close the gap.


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It was a tough and hard-fought encounter between the two teams, where Phezulu walked away with all three points after a convincing 3–0 victory.

Despite the scoreline, the match was highly competitive, with both sides showing determination and intensity.

However, Phezulu proved to be more clinical in front of goal, capitalising on their chances and maintaining solid defensive discipline throughout the game.

The victory further strengthens Phezulu’s position in the league, continues their dominance in this local derby, and reaffirms their status as strong contenders in the ABC Motsepe League.


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a soccer player in red and a player in a white and red jersey and black pants compete for the ball
Phezulu stops the Secunda M Stars from running with the ball. Photo: Mphikeleli Masangu
a soccer player in red and a player in a white and red jersey and black pants compete for the ball
Phezulu and Secunda M Stars vie for the ball during their ABC Motsepe League match. Photo: Mphikeleli Masangu
a soccer player in red and a player in a white and red jersey and black pants compete for the ball
It was a difficult tough encounter between Phezulu and Secunda M Stars during their ABC Motsepe League match at Lilian Ngoyi Stadium in Secunda. Photo: Mphikeleli Masangu
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