The Sisa Dukashe Stadium was alive with action as Mamelodi Sundowns Ladies etched their names into the history books on Saturday, registering one of their highest margins of victory in recent memory with a stunning 13-0 defeat of Thunderbirds Ladies.
Boitumelo Rabale, Salome Kekana and Lelona Daweti each scored braces, but it was Rhoda Mulaudzi’s incredible second-half hat-trick that truly stole the show. Nonhlanhla Mthandi, Khunjulwa Mali, Melinda Kgadiete and Regina Mogolola also contributed to the scoresheet in the exhilarating goal fiesta.
In the process, Banyana Ba Style shattered several records. Not only was this their biggest win in recent memory, but it also marked their largest away victory in recent times. They soared past the 100-goal mark for the season, bringing them closer to securing their fifth consecutive Hollywoodbets Super League title. This goal-frenzy performance ensured their 13th straight victory and their 24th win of the season.
Khunjulwa Mali expressed her excitement, saying, “Honestly speaking, we brought our A-game today. We scored 13 times and kept a clean sheet, which is crucial for our confidence moving forward. This victory not only showcases our teamwork but also our determination to clinch the title. Every goal we scored was a result of our hard work during training. We are focused on maintaining this momentum as we push towards the end of the season.”
Oratile Mokwena, who wore the captain’s armband, also reflected on the team’s ruthless performance in front of goal, stating, “Scoring so many goals speaks volumes about our dedication and teamwork. Each player contributed to this fantastic performance and it shows how much we have grown as a unit. Our supporters were incredible and we want to continue making them proud.”
The Brazilians have now amassed 74 points this season, with an impressive 24 wins in 27 matches. They lead the league with 104 goals scored while conceding just 12, showcasing the league’s strongest defense. Remarkably, the team has a goal difference of +92.
Boitumelo Rabale has now shot up to 16 goals, leading the Sundowns Ladies’ scoring chart, while Nthabiseng Majiya has 14 strikes to her name. Miche Minnies follows with nine goals. Andisiwe Mgcoyi and Refilwe Tholakele are tied with seven strikes each. Lebohang Ramalepe has six goals for the season, while Melinda Kgadiete, Rhoda Mulaudzi and Salome Kekana each have five goals. Asanda Hadebe has scored four goals. Lelona Daweti, Zanele Madonsela, Karabo Dhlamini and Regina Mogolola have each scored three goals each. Kholosa Biyana and Khunjulwa Mali have two goals apiece, while Cimone Sauls, Malebogo Shawe, Bambanani Mbane, Lehlogonolo Mashigo, Karabo Makhurubetshi and Nonhlanhla Mthandi have all found the back of the net once.
Up next for Mamelodi Sundowns Ladies is a clash against the University of Pretoria at Tuks Stadium on the 12th of October, with kickoff scheduled for 15:00.