Sundowns seals treble as last minute Morena goal wins them Nedbank Cup | The Citizen
Peter Shalulile of Mamelodi Sundowns celebrates goal during the 2022 Nedbank Cup Final match between Marumo Gallants and Mamelodi Sundowns at Royal Bafokeng Stadium on the 28 May 2022 © Sydney Mahlangu/BackpagePix
That was not the first pitch invasion of the day as after some lukewarm displays from both sides early in the opening half of regulation time, the match was momentarily disrupted by a supporter who intruded the pitch in the 12th minute. However, the man in the middle, Masixolele Bambiso, disallowed the goal as the Masandawana man was adjudged to have committed a foul before rattling the back of the net.
The Gallants key-man was found by Thato Khiba’s cross from the right, and after positioning himself and keeping the height of his jump just right – it was the execution of the header that let him down as he ballooned his effort way over the bar. His influence on the game was immediate as he dazzled in skill and flair, creating chances for his teammates.