Stellies rev up for Sunday's CAF clash with stunning goal charge

STELLENBOSCH FC is riding high after a dramatic 4-3 victory over Golden Arrows in a scintillating match at Athlone Stadium on Wednesday night.

- HERMAN GIBBS

The Maroons' triumph, marked by an impressive second-half performance, has invigorated the team's spirit just days before their crucial CAF Confederation Cup clash on Sunday.

The match opened brightly for Stellenbosch, with Langelihle Phili finding the net early on, setting the tone for an exhilarating encounter. However, the visitors did not back down, equalising right before halftime through a powerful strike by Siyanda Ndlovu, which ignited a fierce exchange of goals from both sides.

The second half saw Andre de Jong score twice, with Junior Dion adding another for the visitors. Arrows went to respond through substitute Issac Cisse, who levelled the score at 3-3.

Just as it seemed the spoils would be shared, Muzomuhle Khanyi, who had just entered the fray, secured the win for Stellenbosch with a late goal, sending the home crowd into jubilation.