Ngwenani Young Chiefs came back from a 0-1 half time deficit and beat Mianzwi Green Hornet 2-1 in the final of the Total Challenge KO Competition at Tshifulanani Stadium on Saturday.

Green Hornet showed no respect to Young Chiefs. They forced their defence to perform overtime from the onset. Evans Netshitungulu of Young Chiefs was the first player to go into the referee’s book. He left the pitch without the referee’s consent and the referee, Ms Lufuno Nemagovhani, showed him yellow upon his return. Venter Mamangwa of Green Hornet was lucky to escape with a yellow card in the 14th minute. He tackled Thembuluwo Mbave from behind.

Green Hornet scored their only goal in the 28th minute. Their overlapping midfielder, Meshack Ramafamba, headed home following a corner kick which was taken by Mpho Daba.

Both sides effected three changes early in the last half. The replacements worked against Green Hornet as they spent the better part of the last stanza running for cover. Things turned against them when Young Chiefs were awarded a penalty in the 67th minute. This after the keeper of Green Hornet, Khuthadzo Netshiya, tackled Collen Netshitungulu from behind within the penalty box. Lutendo Themeli made it 1-1 from the spot.

The captain of Green Hornet, Khaukanani Muswede, was booked for an illegal tackle on Lucky Mugivhela.

As if they were leading, Green Hornet continued to play defensive football. They were severely punished for that. Evans Netshitungulu scored with a header after a corner kick by Aluwani Masala in the 84th minute.

Chiefs were presented with a cheque of R30 000 during a ceremony which was held at the stadium after the game.

Terrence Maluleke was a marvel to watch when his side, Matsakali Sky Rangers, beat Joe’s Express 3-1 in the losers’ final. He scored all three his team's goals.