Tshitungulwane Reformed Squad squashed Tshivhulana Real Aces’ title hopes, when they thrashed them 4-1 in their Makhado Local Football Association League match at the Tshivhulana Madahambanzhe grounds on Sunday afternoon.

Real Aces looked hopeless from the onset, while the visitors enjoyed ball possession in all departments. Their captain, Abednego Tshishonga, was a marvel to watch. He scored his side’s third goal and he played an influential role in the other three.

Reformed Squad wasted no time before scoring their opening goal. It was in the ninth minute when they opened their account. Their left flank, Khavharendwe Muavha, dribbled past two Aces defenders in a row and showed the keeper the wrong way.

Confusion and frustration continued in the Aces camp shortly after the goal. Reformed Squad scored two more goals in quick succession. Khathutshelo Tshishonga beat the keeper with a volley from a place kick in the 27th minute.

As if they were the leading, Real Aces abandoned their positions and packed themselves in their own half. They were severely punished for that. Abednego Tshishonga hooked in the ball, following a beautiful pass from Lesley Makwarela to bring the half-time score to 3-0.

The visitors continued to dictate terms in the last half. They scored the fourth via Phumudzo Mudau, who came on as a substitute for Trust Lavhengwa. The keeper of Reformed Squad, Fulufhelo Muavha, was warned with a card for wasting time . Aces pulled one back through Vuledzani Mudau nine minutes before the end of regulation time.