Mamelodi Sundowns Ladies continued their Hollywoodbets Super League title defense with a dominant 1-0 victory over UWC at Lucas Moripe Stadium on Saturday. A decisive early goal from Boitumelo Rabale sealed all three points for the reigning champions as they maintained their perfect start to the season.
Rabale, who also found the net in the season opener, struck in the 11th minute, scoring her second goal of the campaign. Her clinical finish proved to be the difference in a tightly contested match, as Sundowns Ladies held firm against a determined UWC side.
Midfielder Lerato Kgasago reflected on the game and emphasized the need for improvement in front of goal:
“The game was not an easy one. I think we need to work harder on our finishing—we have to capitalize on our chances. But at the end of the day, we got the three points, and that is what matters most. I am pleased with the effort of the whole team; everyone showed up, and even the substitutes were so tuned in when they came on. Congratulations to everyone for a great game.”
Match-winner Boitumelo Rabale acknowledged the challenge posed by UWC and the importance of the early goal:
“UWC is always a tough team to play against because they compete at a very high level, but the early goal gave us a good foundation. It allowed us to settle into the game and control certain moments. We knew they would push us all the way, so we had to stay disciplined and focused. Iam happy to have scored again, but the most important thing is that we won as a team.”
With back-to-back wins and two clean sheets to start the season, Sundowns Ladies are proving why they remain the team to beat. They will now shift their focus to their next league encounter as they aim to maintain their winning momentum.
