One of the SAB League Stream D title chasers, Mahematshena Flying Birds, were unexpectedly held to a 1-1 draw by Shayandima Disco Five in their league match at Mahematshena on Saturday.

Flying Birds did not waste any time in taking the lead. In the third minute, their front runner, Dakalo Munyai, opened his side’s account. Murendeni Mafenya dished a neat pass to Munyai outside the box and positioned himself well in anticipation of the return pass. Instead of returning the pass to Mafenya, Munyai chose to try his luck.

A few minutes later, Referee Kenneth Makondo warned Phathutshedzo Mafhali of Disco Five with a card. Makondo ignored the referee’s whistle and kicked the ball long after Makondo had blown the whistle. Mufhati Simani of Flying Birds was also cautioned for obstructing Talukanyani Bugane early in the last half. Realizing that Mufhati’s conduct was likely to give rise to his dismissal, they soon replaced him with Pfunzo Mudau.

Disco Five took control of the game in the last half, making it difficult for the defence of Flying Birds to breathe. Walter Netshimulu of Disco Five was brought down within the penalty area. That prompted Makondo to award Disco Five a penalty.

Elekanyani Murwamadala scored from the white spot. Disco Five continued to put pressure on the opponents in their search for the winning goal, but they were unfortunate not to clinch the game.