Kaizer Chiefs notch fourth straight league win, move clear of TS Galaxy
On Sunday, 3 November 2024, Kaizer Chiefs secured a 2‑0 victory over TS Galaxy at FNB Stadium, extending their league winning streak to nine matches and cementing third place in the Premier Soccer League (PSL) table. The goals came from Flavio Silva in the 35th minute and substitute Glody Lilepo in the 74th minute.
Match overview
Chiefs dominated possession early, with midfielder Lebohang Maboe and playmaker Mduduzi Shabalala dictating the tempo. Shabalala’s surging run down the left flank created the opening goal when his pinpoint cross was headed home by Silva.
TS Galaxy struggled to create clear chances, although forward Seluleko Mahlambi tested the Chiefs’ defence on several occasions. Left‑back Bradley Cross was praised for his disciplined marking, nullifying Mahlambi’s threat.
Key moments
- 35′ – Flavio Silva heads home Shabalala’s cross to break the deadlock.
- 50′ – Silva had a glorious one‑on‑one chance against Galaxy keeper Ira Tapé but saw his effort saved.
- 65′ – A flood‑light failure halted play; heavy rain followed the interruption, leading to a roughly 30‑minute delay.
- 74′ – Substitute Sibongiseni Mthethwa set up Glody Lilepo, whose low drive beat Tapé to double Chiefs’ lead.
Player returns and tactical notes
Captain Brandon Petersen returned to the starting XI after missing the previous five league games due to an appendectomy in late February. His presence allowed coach Arthur Zwane to bench veteran goalkeeper Bruce Bvuma, who had started every match Petersen missed.
Zwane made a double substitution just before the half‑hour mark, withdrawing Shabalala and Wandile Duba for Ethan Chislett and Asanele Velebayi respectively. The changes aimed to freshen the midfield while maintaining defensive shape.
Impact on the league standings
The victory lifted Chiefs to 42 points from 22 matches, three points clear of fourth‑placed Orlando Pirates and six behind league leaders Mamelodi Sundowns. TS Galaxy remain in the lower half of the table with 28 points.
According to the official PSL standings (PSL.co.za), Chiefs’ nine‑game winning run is the longest active streak in the division this season.
Looking ahead
Chiefs will aim to maintain momentum when they host AmaZulu at FNB Stadium on 10 November. TS Galaxy travel to face SuperSport United the same weekend, seeking to bounce back from the defeat.
With a blend of experienced heads like Petersen and emerging talents such as Lilepo, the Glamour Boys appear well‑positioned to challenge for a top‑two finish, provided they can navigate the congested fixture list and avoid further injury setbacks.
