Ngwenani Manchester United booked a place in the semifinal of the Mulindavhathu Soccer Challenge by beating Tshiseluselu Green Mambas 2-1 at the Khubvi Benjies grounds on Sunday.

The game was a see-saw battle, despite the fact that Green Mambas are campaigning in the lower division.

It took Manchester United only five minutes to stamp their authority on the game. Their overlapping midfielder, Ronewa Tshivhase, capitalized on a defensive error by Mambas and blasted in a rocket from close range. The keeper of Green Mambas, Russel Munyai, watched helplessly as the ball hit the back of the net.

Green Mambas did not stop fighting, despite conceding the goal. They were awarded a free kick which ended in a goal nine minutes later. Aluwani Manenzhe gave the ball the final touch after a scramble within the penalty area.

The Mambas’ goal was an insult to the players of Manchester United. They created a number of clear chances, but their strikers caused numerous upsets by fumbling at the goal finish. Manchester United reclaimed their leadership in the 29th minute. Their speedy forward, Ndaedzo Nemakononi, was brought down within the box. Referee Calvin Nemavhola awarded a penalty and the Rastafarian striker, Kanakana Rasivhetshele, made no mistake from the white spot.

Green Mambas missed a fortune towards the end of the first half. They were also awarded a penalty after Aluwani Manenzhe was unlawfully tackled within the box. Kholwani Nemanashi caused an upset by shooting wide. Ndinannyi Netshitungulu of Manchester United was reprimanded with a card for wasting time late in the game.