Mukula Mighty Killers deposited full points into their account, following a 3-1 victory over Mukoma Young Stars in their Thulamela Local Football Association League match played at the Mukula Phindula grounds on Saturday.

Young Stars lost cohesion in the midfield in the opening minutes. This was a real blessing to the home side. They capitalized on the setback and scored two beautiful goals in quick succession. Mpho Musehane was on target in the 14th minute. Phumudzo Nenweli dribbled past two of Stars’ defenders and faced the keeper. Instead of beating the keeper, Nenweli chose to share his fortune with Musehane, who was in a perfect scoring position. Musehane gave the ball the final touch.

The Killers’ goal did not mean anything to the Stars as they continued to display their individual skills instead of playing as a team. They were severely punished for that. Mpho Musehane forced his way through the defence of Young Stars and unleashed a ground cutter from close range to complete his brace.

This goal was a wake-up call to Young Stars, though it was a little late. They reduced the margin nine minutes towards half time. Their bulldozer striker, Meshack Kone, beat the keeper, following his lone effort within the Killers’ danger area.

Young Stars’  hopes of winningwere shattered when they were reduced to 10 men in the 54th minute. Tenda Nemavhola was given his marching orders following a dangerous tackle on Calvin Ramashidzha. The Stars started to play defensive football after the incident.

Mighty Killers increased the margin through Calvin Ramashidzha later in the game to bring the final score to 3-1.