Amazulu held Spurs to a draw

Witbank Spurs failed to capitalise where it matters most, scoring goals when they were playing against AmaZulu in the National First Division match.

The game was played at Puma Rugby Stadium on Saturday, March 19. What Spurs need now is to win all their matches and maintain their position on the log. They are presently placed third, below Baroka FC with 49 points, Highlands Park with 45 points the same as Spurs but with a better goal difference. The teams have played 23 games and are left with seven games to wrap up the fixtures.

Goodman Dlamini from AmaZulu trying to control the ball. AmaZulu played a 2-2 draw against Witbank Spurs and the game was played at Puma Rugby Stadium.

AmaZulu were awarded a penalty after Spurs captain Humphrey Khoza handled inside the box. AmaZulu Zaid Patel, netted from the spot after only 16 minutes. AmaZulu led 1-0 and Spurs were then all over them and they had to defend with all they had. Spurs Percy Tau nearly scored when he was dispossessed inside the box. Spurs Bongane Mathabela had a cross but Tau failed to nail it. After a few minutes Mathabela was replaced by Tshepiso Lietsisa. AmaZulu goalkeeper Energy Murambadoro was called many times to make saves. Under 23 international player Thabo Makhele failed to score from a high ball. Spurs were coming at AmaZulu from all fronts.

Both teams had their chances but Spurs gained the upper hand every time they attacked. Spurs forced AmaZulu to make mistakes and Spurs had three corners in succession. AmaZulu Robyn Johannes and Marc Van Heerden played well at the back.

AmaZulu veteran Siyabonga Nomvethe trying to manoeuvre his way past a Witbank Spurs player.

In the second half Spurs came back firing on all cylinders but missed several chances to score. The match shifted from one end to the other with both teams going for the kill. Two quick goals from Percy Tau and Joshua Sauls in succession after the break put Spurs ahead and forced AmaZulu against the wall. AmaZulu levelled matters to make it 2-2 from a place-kick from Heerden. Not even the inclusion of AmaZulu veteran Siyabonga Nomvethe could bring any results.

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