The leaders in Stream D of the SAB League, Maweja Takers, were held to a goalless draw by title contenders, Univen, at the Tshakhuma Mulangaphuma grounds on Sunday.

The game was played under protest. The students lodged a protest with the referee and the lodging of the protest caused the game to start 30 minutes late. In their protest letter, Univen alleged that five players of Takers, Mashudu Makhari, Zwivhuya Tshisaphungo, Hulisani Sibara, Rambuda Nekhudzhiga and Khuliso Netshulu, were not properly registered.

The referee, Mr Mashudu Sathuma, warned Clifford Radzilani of Univen with a card for obstructing Khumbudzo Muvhango just outside the penalty box. The keeper of Univen, Eugene Mbedzi, made his presence felt when he braved Mukandangalwo Ramunana’s half volley. Khumbudzo Muvhango of Takers was also booked for a late tackle on Takalani Ramagalela three minutes before the end of the first half.

Maweja Takers were the first to effect a change to their starting lineup. They introduced Tshipuliso Singo for Hulisani Sibara. Khumbudzo Muvhango of Takers came close to scoring in the 69th minute. He forced his way through the defence of Univen and lost possession before just before he could unleash.