Lamontville Golden Arrows FC have claimed a 1-0 victory over Mamelodi Sundowns in the MTN8 semifinal, thanks to a first-half strike from Sede Junior Dion.
What happened?
The match, played at the Lucas Moripe Stadium in Tshwane, saw Sundowns dominate possession but struggle to find the back of the net. Lamontville Golden Arrows FC, currently 9th in the Betway Premiership with 3 points and a recent form of DDD, capitalized on a simple move to unpick Sundowns' defense and claim the lead.
Why it matters for Lamontville Golden Arrows FC
This win is a major boost for Lamontville Golden Arrows FC, who are looking to climb the league table and close the 4-point gap with leaders Orlando Pirates. With no goals scored and no goals conceded this season, Lamontville Golden Arrows FC will look to build on this momentum.
What comes next?
The teams will meet again for the return leg of the semifinal tie on Sunday, 30 August, at the King Zwelithini Stadium. Before that, Lamontville Golden Arrows FC will host Stellenbosch FC on Wednesday, 26 August, in the Betway Premiership, while Sundowns will face AmaZulu FC at home. As the season progresses, Lamontville Golden Arrows FC will aim to maintain their unbeaten record and push for a higher league standing.
