Matangari High Rising Stars played to a 2-all draw with Tshitshingo Potholes in the round robin of the Munyemela KO at Muhuyu on Saturday.

The match was characterised by numerous fruitless attempts. Stars squandered three obvious chances within the first seven minutes. Khuthadzo Rakuamabo of Stars scored his team’s first goal with a marvellous shot. A few minutes later, Zwophethea Singo equalised from a free kick, making the half-time score 1-1.

Potholes were awarded a place kick in the 47th minute. Singo tried his luck from the set piece and the ball landed in the net without any further touch. After the goal, Stars came back strongly. Mulalo Mulea scored the second goal of his team, following a square pass from Muofhe Mudau.

Ishmael Khomola of Stars was the only player who was booked for a dangerous tackle. He tackled Mpho Nkhumeleni off the ball and the referee was lenient enough to let him go with yellow.