Mamelodi Sundowns vs Milford

Mamelodi Sundowns made it four wins from five as they saw off newly-promoted Milford FC 2-0 at Loftus Versfeld, though the visitors made them work for it in a tight, physical opener. Coach Miguel Cardoso rotated his side after midweek cup action, and Sundowns needed until first-half stoppage time to break the deadlock. Iqraam Rayners finally got Sundowns going in the 45+1st minute, pouncing after Aubrey Modiba won the ball off Vusumuzi Mthabela near the byline. Milford held firm for long stretches, with Olwethu Cele clearing off the line to deny a leveller, while goalkeeper Ronwen Williams took a knock to the face clearing danger before halftime. Substitute Antonio van Wyk sealed it in the 76th minute after a flowing attacking move, with midfielder Teboho Mokoena also enduring an ankle scare late on. The win keeps Sundowns level on points with Orlando Pirates at the summit, trailing only on goal difference as the title race stays razor-tight. Milford FC, meanwhile, remain fifth with seven points, still finding their footing in the top flight but facing a nervous look over their shoulder at the chasing pack below.