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Stellenbosch FC end winless streak, beat Cape Town City 2-1

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Cape Town City suffered a 2-1  loss against Stellenbosch FC in the DSTV Premiership Western Cape derby.

Stellies coach Steve Barker will be pleased with the result at the Cape Town Stadium as his team has struggled to secure wins since the beginning of the year.

Both sides were looking to bring an end to their long winless streaks. City had gone five games without victory while Stellies had failed to produce a win in eight matches across all competitions.

The two sides had one common objective to attack throughout the match. It was a fast paced match and 14 minutes later the visitors broke the deadlock through a Mogamed de Goede goal.

The Citizens had failed to clear a corner kick and they were punished. City pushed for a goal from different angles and were unfortunate not to capitalise in the 18th minute allowing Sage Stephens to make a good save.

Six minutes later, after Stellenbosch had launched an attack, the home-side replied with a goal that came from quick seven passes for Aubrey Ngoma to level matters. He came close immediately into the second half, but his attempt was cleared off the line by Mark van Heerden.

It was Stellenbosch that would once more take the lead in the 48th minute through Ashley du Preez with a powerful shot. After that goal Cape Town City completely dominated possession in search on equaliser. Stephens had to pull some good saves as Stellies allowed them space to get a goal.

Steve Barker’s side continued to defend deep and protect their 2-1 lead till the end for their first win since the first week of January.

 

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