Polokwane United scored a total of nine goals in their last two MMK Funeral Services League matches. They crushed Maranzhe Hungry Lions 5-1 at the Makwarela Stadium a fortnight ago, before beating Tshififi FC 4-2 at the same venue last Saturday.

United made their intentions clear from the first whistle. They threatened to score in the fourth minute and finally registered their goal five minutes later. Lengana Mogashoa caught the keeper off guard and hooked in a loose ball.

Realizing that they were being overpowered, Tshififi tried to frustrate the opponents via their rough skills.  Two of their players, Phanuel Maluleke and Mutondi Makondo, were booked for dangerous tackles in quick succession.

They came to their senses soon after that and started to play their normal football. They found the equalizer in the 28th minute, when Mulalo Singo finished off a rebound after Lufuno Mudau’s close-range attempt. In the 37th minute, United received a penalty when their fast forward, Daniel Mongetane, was brought down within the penalty box. Kgogelo Segota converted the penalty.

United were leading 2-1 when it was time for the teams to adjourn for the half-time break. Polokwane increased the margin in the 56th minute. Elias Lamola tried his luck from the 35-meter area. The ball hit the woodwork and bounced across the goal line.

Tshififi then lost shape in the middle of the park. They were severely punished for that when Lengana Mogashoa was on target, following a defensive error.

Shaun Ramoba of United was warned with a card for wasting time. Mutondi Makondo of Tshififi was given his marching orders for a second bookable offence. Thapelo Maleka of United and Khakhathi Manyala of Tshififi were also sent off for exchanging blows.

Tshififi were awarded a penalty in the dying minutes after a defender of United handled the ball within the box. Hulisani Nendauni blasted in to bring the final score to 4-2.