Junior Dion stuns Mamelodi Sundowns as Golden Arrows seize MTN8 semi-final advantage
Mamelodi Sundowns must overcome a 1-0 deficit against Golden Arrows in the MTN8 semi-final after a first-leg defeat at Lucas Moripe Stadium. Junior Dion's first-half goal gives Arrows a crucial advantage heading into the return leg.
Abafana Besthende secured a 1-0 victory over Mamelodi Sundowns in the MTN8 semi-final first-leg, giving them a crucial advantage heading into the second leg. Junior Dion scored the only goal in the first half, striking calmly past Ricardo Goss after Khulekani Shezi's through ball released him. Sundowns dominated possession but struggled to create clear-cut opportunities, while Arrows remained disciplined and dangerous on the counter.
Miguel Cardoso introduced Bryan Lunga and Tashreeq Matthews at halftime to bolster the attacking options for Sundowns, but the Brazilians' defensive lapse proved costly. Arrows' defense proved too much for the visiting team, and they will enter the second leg at Umlazi knowing they need at least two goals to progress.
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