Round 4 of the 2024 Varsity Men’s Football saw 14 goals scored on the night. Log leaders UP-Tuks maintain their unbeaten streak in the competition following a 2-1 victory over UFS. It was also a night to remember for VUT, as the Vaal based side were too strong against DUT winning 4-1. UWC moved to third place of the log after a 4-1 win over CUT while NWU also bagged a three points against defending champions TUT who remain winless. Here are the players who were instrumental to the success of their teams.
Lucky Letwaba (NWU)
Lucky Letwaba delivered a stellar performance in defense, consistently winning aerial balls and demonstrating exceptional commitment. His focus on securing the crucial third ball was pivotal to the team’s success.
He reflected on the game and said “I knew winning those aerial battles would be crucial, so I made sure I was up for every challenge. We worked together as a team, and our mandate was clear: not to concede any goals.”
Jayden van der Walt (UP-Tuks)
The UP-Tuks goalkeeper Jayden van der Walt was sublime for the three-time champions in the last line defence. He pulled off several good saves, while at the same time organising the Stripe Generation defence with conviction. He may have received a yellow card for time-wasting; however, he was instrumental in his team returning home with three points.
“It has been great for us in Bloem – we have come here twice and we have taken away six points. It has been good here in Bloem, but now we are hoping to stay at home for the rest of the games.
“The spirits in the camp are very high, we must just take this momentum into the game against UWC. At home we will not lose, we are going to beat UWC.”
Relebohile Matima (UWC)
Having struggled in the first stanza of the game, Relebohile redeemed himself as he was stable in the middle of the park for UWC. He intercepted most CUT danger balls while he made crucial passes that contributed to the team’s goals on the night. He was also named the FNB Player of the Match for his efforts.
“I struggled at the start of the tournament so it's a good reward right now since I'm starting to catch form. The coach told me to trust the process so he gave me that responsibility to lead up front so that really helps a lot. The first goal I have is to help the team win by scoring goals, contributing to goals, assisting, leading from the front.”
Kgahlisho Kgomoeswana (VUT)
The MaVUTI marksman once again showed his prowess and hunger in front of goal by bagging a late brace against DUT. The striker kept busy all game, pressing and looking for opportunities before pouncing late in the second half to score back-to-back goals in the 88th and 91st minutes to take his tournament tally to four goals.
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