The Betway Premiership produced movement at both ends of the table, with Orlando Pirates reclaiming top spot, Mamelodi Sundowns continuing their chase  and the race for the top eight tightening.

Stellies close on top eight

Stellenbosch edged AmaZulu 1-0 at the Danie Craven Stadium to climb to ninth, two points behind eighth-placed TS Galaxy. Ibraheem Jabaar struck in the 33rd minute, beating Darren Johnson to cap another decisive display. He had the chance to extend the lead from the penalty spot after Devin Titus was fouled, but his effort was saved. Stellies held firm to secure a fourth league game unbeaten. AmaZulu remain fifth after a third successive defeat.

Polokwane claim derby honours

Polokwane City beat Magesi 2-0 in the Limpopo derby to move up to seventh. Mokibelo Ramabu opened the scoring on 24 minutes after reacting quickest in the box. Thabang Matuludi sealed the result with a powerful free-kick in the 73rd minute. Magesi are now 10 matches without a win and sit bottom.

Siwelele return to winning ways

Siwelele ended a six-game winless run with a 1-0 victory over TS Galaxy. Chibuike Ohizu headed home from a Neo Rapoo corner in the 79th minute. Galaxy have now lost four straight league matches and remain eighth.

Arrows, Chippa share spoils

Golden Arrows and Chippa United played out a goalless draw in Durban. Chippa dominated possession early, but neither side converted their chances in a match shaped by defensive organisation.

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City rise to fourth

Durban City beat Marumo Gallants 1-0 to move into fourth place. Magawana scored in the 19th minute, while Darren Keet preserved the lead with key saves, including a late stop from Mohamed Doumbia. Gallants stay 14th.

Orbit, Bay stalemate

Orbit College and Richards Bay drew 0-0. Both sides created limited openings, with Sanele Barns striking the frame late on for Bay.

Sundowns respond

Sundowns defeated Sekhukhune United 3-1. Marcelo Allende opened the scoring before Bradley Grobler equalised. Iqraam Rayners struck twice late on to secure the points and keep Downs level with Pirates.

Pirates dominate derby

Pirates beat Kaizer Chiefs 3-0 in the Soweto derby. Tshepang Moremi, Oswin Appollis and Evidence Makgopa found the net to move the Buccaneers three points clear at the summit. Chiefs trail by 11 points.

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