Super sub-Rayners proves his worth

Masandwana striker Iqraam Rayners came off the bench to score an important brace to help his side defeat a stubborn Sekhukhune United 3-1.

The 30-year-old Bafana Bafana international has not started a match has only started two of the last seven league matches, with preference given to new signing Brayan Luiz in that position.

His performance will give Miguel Cardoso a good headache in terms of attacking selections going forward.

Chippa United keep climbing under Vilakazi

The Chilli Boys extended their unbeaten record to seven league matches since 2-0 the defeat to Orlando Pirates last November.

Since the return of coach Vusumuzi Vilakazi, the Gqeberha based side have played nine Betway Premiership matches, winning three, losing twice and playing four goalless draws to lift them above the relegation zone.

Marumo Gallants woes continue under Lafitte

Bahlabane ba Ntwa have gone ten matches without a victory in a league match, putting them in a dangerous 14th position, ahead of Orbit College only on goal difference.

Alexandre Lafitte started the season well, but his side has since struggled to get results and now face the possibility of relegation playoffs or automatic relegation.

It will be interesting to see if management decides to persist with the French coach despite the terrible run of results.

Usuthu stumble in top four chase

AmaZulu lost both league matches last week against Mamelodi Sundowns and Stellenbosch by slender margins to hinder their aspirations of a top four finish this season.

In both matches Usuthu failed to score and have found themselves slip from fourth spot to six with eleven matches to go and will need to start firing upfront in order to fulfil coach Arthur Zwane's objective.

Durban City show intent under coach Dladla

Durban City moved up to fourth spot on the Betway Premiership table following a hard-fought victory against Marumo Gallants at the Lucas Masterpieces Moripe Stadium on Sunday.

The team has seemed to respond well to interim coach Pitso Dladla, winning four out of five league matches without conceding a goal and only losing once since he took over.

The Durban based side will have renewed optimism of ending in a top four spot ahead of the final stretch of the league campaign.

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