AmaZulu FC head coach Arthur Zwane is already focused on a tough away trip to Polokwane City after his team's latest victory. The Durbanites beat Marumo Gallants 1-0 at Princess Magogo Stadium on Saturday, a result that lifts them to third in the Premier Soccer League standings with 13 points from six games.
Thandolwenkosi Ngwenya scored the only goal of the game in the 37th minute, continuing his excellent form. The Zimbabwean marksman, who was named PSL Player of the Month for August, now has seven league goals in six appearances this season, a key contribution to the team's strong start reflected in the season's stats. His strike was enough to secure three points against Gallants and keep pace near the top of the table.
Zwane, who also serves as second deputy to Pitso Mosimane in the Bafana Bafana technical team on a part-time basis, immediately turned his attention to the next challenge. "We look forward to playing an away game," he said. "We are going to Polokwane and it is going to be a tough one." He added that Polokwane City, who drew 1-1 with Kaizer Chiefs on the same day, are difficult opponents. "They are tough customers. They are not an easy team to play against. They will obviously make life difficult for us."
The win was AmaZulu's fourth in six league matches this term, a strong start as they aim to improve on last season's fourth-place finish. They are currently level on points with Orlando Pirates, who have a game in hand, and sit seven points behind leaders Mamelodi Sundowns. The team's form will be tested in their upcoming fixtures, starting with the trip to Limpopo.
Club president Sandile Zungu recently contested the SAFA presidency election, losing to Danny Jordaan by 157 votes to 82. Jordaan was elected for a record fourth consecutive term. Zwane's focus, however, remains squarely on the Usuthu project and managing his squad for the challenges ahead.
AmaZulu have a mixed recent record against Polokwane City, with two wins, a draw and a loss in their last four meetings. For now, the task is handling a tricky visit to Limpopo as they look to maintain their positive momentum. The team will hope to avoid adding to the league's injuries list during the demanding encounter.
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AmaZulu secured a 1-0 away win at Polokwane City on Saturday, September 19, the club confirmed. Thandolwenkosi Ngwenya scored the only goal in the 4th minute, assisted by N. Radebe. The victory lifts Usuthu to third in the Premier Soccer League with 16 points from 7 games, a record of 5W-1D-1L. Ngwenya is now the team's top scorer with 8 goals this season. They are four points behind leaders Mamelodi Sundowns. Next up is an away trip to Durban City on October 16.
Coach Arthur Zwane warned his side against complacency after their 1-0 win over Marumo Gallants. He lamented the performance, stating, "Instead of applying ourselves correctly, we actually slowed down." Zwane said the team must not drop its standards. The club has since secured a 1-0 away win at Polokwane City, with Thandolwenkosi Ngwenya scoring in the 4th minute. AmaZulu now sit 3rd in the Premier Soccer League with 16 points from 7 games. They are four points behind leaders Mamelodi Sundowns.
