Richards Bay vs Golden Arrows, 2024-25 South African Premiership
· South African PremiershipAbout
Match Commentary
- 45': Shadrack Kobedi (Golden Arrows) Substitution at 45'
- 45': Moses Mthembu (Richards Bay) Substitution at 45'
- 45': Yamela Mbuthuma (Richards Bay) Substitution at 45'
- 45': Ayabulela Maxwele (Golden Arrows) Substitution at 45'
- 55': David Lukhele (Golden Arrows) Substitution at 55'
- 55': Sabelo Sithole (Golden Arrows) Substitution at 55'
- 67': Nduduzo Mhlongo (Golden Arrows) Substitution at 67'
- 69': Somila Ntsundwana (Richards Bay) Substitution at 69'
Statistics
 ARR |
RBFC |
|
|---|---|---|
| 11 | Fouls | 15 |
| 0 | Yellow Cards | 0 |
| 0 | Red Cards | 0 |
| 0 | Offsides | 0 |
| 4 | Corner Kicks | 2 |
| 2 | Saves | 1 |
| 62.8 | Possession | 37.2 |
| 10 | SHOTS | 6 |
| 1 | ON GOAL | 2 |
| 0.1 | On Target % | 0.3 |
| 0 | Penalty Goals | 0 |
| 0 | Penalty Kicks Taken | 0 |
| 0 | Accurate Passes | 0 |
| 0 | Passes | 0 |
| 0.0 | Pass Completion % | 0.0 |
| 0 | Accurate Crosses | 0 |
| 0 | Crosses | 0 |
| 0.0 | Cross % | 0.0 |
| 0 | Long Balls | 0 |
| 0 | Accurate Long Balls | 0 |
| 0.0 | Long Balls % | 0.0 |
| 4 | Blocked Shots | 2 |
| 0 | Effective Tackles | 0 |
| 0 | Tackles | 0 |
| 0.0 | Tackle % | 0.0 |
| 0 | Interceptions | 0 |
| 0 | Effective Clearances | 0 |
| 0 | Clearances | 0 |
Game Information
Venue: King Goodwill Zwelithini Stadium
Location: Durban, South Africa
South African Premier Standings
| # | TEAM | GP | GD | PTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Orlando Pirates | 12 | +13 | 28 |
| 2 | Mamelodi Sundowns | 13 | +13 | 26 |
| 3 | Sekhukhune United | 13 | +9 | 25 |
| 4 | Kaizer Chiefs | 13 | +7 | 24 |
Line-Ups
Richards Bay (4-4-1-1)
| No. | Name |
|---|---|
| 16 | Jamal Salim (GK) |
| 72 | Tshepo Wilson Mabua |
| 25 | Simphiwe Mcineka |
| 47 | Sbani Khumalo |
| 2 | Fezile Gcaba |
| 21 | Langelihle Mhlongo |
| 37 | Sbangani Zulu |
| 17 | Thulani Gumede |
| 33 | Wandile Ngema |
| 27 | Ntlonelo Bomelo |
| 30 | Mfundo Thikazi |
Golden Arrows (4-3-3)
| No. | Name |
|---|---|
| 34 | Edward Maova (GK) |
| 39 | Ayanda Jiyane |
| 5 | Gladwin Shitolo |
| 30 | Sbonelo Cele |
| 28 | Thabo Matlaba |
| 24 | Nqobeko Siphelele Dlamini |
| 11 | Nduduzo Sibiya |
| 41 | Nhlanhla Zwane |
| 14 | Angelo Van Rooi |
| 37 | Blessing Andile Mchunu |
| 38 | Siyanda Mthanti |
South African Premier News
Orlando Pirates' preparation for the Carling Knockout final against Marumo Gallants at the Peter Mokaba Stadium in Polokwane has been overshadowed by Mbekezeli Mbokazi's imminent move to Chicago Fire.
South Africa coach Hugo Broos has named a formidable Bafana Bafana squad for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, though it is probably not one that can be considered favourites to win the tournament in Morocco.
Kaizer Chiefs can ill afford any further slip-ups in the CAF Confederation Cup when they host Zamalek at Polokwane's Peter Mokaba Stadium on Saturday.
Mamelodi Sundowns appear to be gradually rediscovering their rhythm, but face a tough test as they visit former head coach Rhulani Mokwena's in-form MC Alger in the CAF Champions League on Friday.
After a 1-0 home win against Otohô d'Oyo in their CAF Confederation Cup group stage opener, last season's semifinalists, Stellenbosch FC, prepare for a visit to Singida Black Stars in Zanzibar on Sunday.