Polokwane City secured a significant victory on Friday, defeating Magesi 2-0 in a Limpopo derby at the Seshego Stadium, according to SuperSport. The win marks a return to form for Rise and Shine, ending a three-game winless streak in the Betway Premiership and solidifying their position as seventh on the log. This PSL clash saw Polokwane City assert dominance in the local rivalry, earning them the title of “Kings of Polokwane.”
The match began with an early offensive push from Polokwane City, as Mokibelo Ramabu attempted a long-range shot in the fourth minute, which Magesi captain Elvis Chipezeze managed to deflect. The pressure continued with Bonginkosi Dlamini taking a strike from the edge of the area shortly after, but failing to identify the target. Thabelo Tshikweta came close to opening the scoring in the 20th minute with a headed effort, but a defender intervened. Samuel Darpoh of Magesi received a yellow card in the 22nd minute for a reckless challenge, resulting in a suspension for their next match.
Ramabu finally broke the deadlock, scoring his second goal of the season in the 28th minute. A wide ball to Dlamini in the box led to a spill that Ramabu capitalized on from close range. The attacking duo of Dlamini and Ramabu continued to threaten the Magesi defense, with Ramabu narrowly missing another opportunity in the 31st minute. Magesi attempted to respond in the 41st minute, but details of that chance were not immediately available.
Polokwane City claim a comfortable win over Magesi 🟠🔥https://t.co/rAABlm1ZUV
— SuperSport Football ⚽️ (@SSFootball) February 27, 2026
Magesi’s Struggles Continue
The defeat extends Magesi’s winless streak to ten games across all competitions, leaving them at the bottom of the Betway Premiership table. The situation is particularly challenging for recent Magesi boss Allan Freese, who has now lost his first two matches in charge. The team, known as Dikwena tša Meetse, are facing increasing pressure to turn their fortunes around.
Recent Form and Standings
Polokwane City’s win comes after a period of inconsistent results, and the victory is a boost as they aim to climb the league table. As of April 26, 2025, Polokwane City held the seventh position with 42 points after 18 games played, according to SuperSport. The team’s recent performance against SuperSport United on that date resulted in a 1-1 draw, with Lebohang Nkaki scoring for Polokwane City and Christian Basomboli netting for SuperSport United.
Match Details – Polokwane City vs. SuperSport United (April 26, 2025)
| Team | Score |
|---|---|
| Polokwane City | 1 |
| SuperSport United | 1 |
The match between Polokwane City and SuperSport United saw Lebohang Nkaki score in the 39th minute for Polokwane City, while Christian Basomboli found the net in the 19th minute for SuperSport United. The game also featured several substitutions, including Puleng Tlolane and Terrence Dzvukamanja for SuperSport United, and Oswin Appollis and Keinain Ayer for Polokwane City. Monty Batlhabane received a yellow card in the 88th minute.
Looking Ahead
Polokwane City will look to build on this momentum in their upcoming fixtures, while Magesi will need to address their recent struggles to avoid falling further behind in the league standings. The next steps for both teams will be crucial as the Betway Premiership season progresses. Fans can stay updated on the latest PSL news and results through SuperSport and other reputable sports news outlets.
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