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Mamelodi Sundowns secured a dramatic 3-2 victory over TS Galaxy in their Premier Soccer League season opener after scoring two late goals. The match featured a brace from Sphelele Mkhulise and sparked fan debate regarding player selections for the national team.
Why it matters
This match highlights the competitive nature of the South African Premier Soccer League and the intense fan engagement surrounding national team prospects.
Masandawa survived a big scare from The Rockets after leaving it until stoppage time to secure a victory in a five-goal thriller. Sphelele Mkhulise came off the bench to bag a brace and secure maximum points for the Tshwane giants as they begin their Premier Soccer League 2026/27 journey.
Mamelodi Sundowns secured a last-gasp 3-2 victory over TS Galaxy in the Premier Soccer League at Mbombela Stadium on Tuesday night.
The Tshwane giants were eager to have a bright start to their 2026/27 season in the league after sitting out the opening week of the campaign after they were granted an extra week to continue with their pre-season activities after the tragic passing of midfielder Jayden Adams, which impacted the club’s preparations for the new season.
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