In a thrilling DStv Premiership encounter on Tuesday night, Chippa United Football Club managed to clinch the fourth-place spot in the league standings with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over SuperSport United.
The match, played at Chippa United’s home ground in Gqeberha, had fans on the edge of their seats until the late 85th minute when Namibian striker Elmo Kambindu secured the winning goal with an assist from Luvuyo Memela.
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Kambindu’s Scoring Form For Chippa United Continues
This victory marked Kambindu’s third goal in just two matches for Chippa United this season.
A brilliant team performance to secure our first win at home for the season🌶️🔥#chippaunited #ayeyechilliboysayeye #prideofeasterncape #dstvprem pic.twitter.com/hil4f38GXz
— Chippa United FC (@ChippaUnitedFC) September 26, 2023
Kambindu’s impressive form was evident in their previous game, where he netted two goals in a 2-1 win against Richards Bay FC.
With his knack for finding the back of the net, he has become a key player for the team.
Memela’s Form
Equally crucial in this recent victory was Luvuyo Memela, who provided the crucial assist for Kambindu’s late goal.
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Memela’s remarkable performance also includes his role in the 2-1 win against Natal Rich Boys, where he assisted both goals, showcasing his playmaking abilities.
Chippa United Enter The Top 4
Chippa United’s latest triumph propelled them into the top four on the DStv Premiership standings.
They now sit in the fourth-place position with 12 points from eight matches played this season. The team’s impressive form, characterized by back-to-back wins, has solidified their position as contenders in the league.
SuperSport United Football Club, despite suffering a defeat away from home against Chippa United, remains in the third-place spot on the DStv Premiership table.
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They currently have 13 points from seven matches, with their last victory being a narrow 1-0 win against Kaizer Chiefs, where they scored early in the match.
Chippa United’s season to date has seen them win three times, draw three times, and lose twice.
With their recent success and the formidable partnership of Kambindu and Memela, the Chilli Boys are poised to continue their ascent in the DStv Premiership and potentially challenge the top teams for the title.
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Fans eagerly await their next matches to see if they can maintain their impressive form and secure a higher position in the standings.
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