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Mamelodi Sundowns saw their Betway Premiership title ambitions take a ...
The draw leaves Sundowns on 65 points, with Orlando Pirates three points behind and a game in hand in the Betway Premiership title race.
On Wednesday night at Loftus Versfeld Stadium, Kaizer Chiefs held Mamelodi Sundowns to a 1-1 draw, significantly tightening the Betway Premiership title race as the season nears its conclusion.
Flavio Silva gave the visitors an early lead after 25 minutes, but striker Bryan Leon equalised in the 55th minute to ensure both teams finished level.
Mamelodi Sundowns coach Miguel Cardoso criticised the officiating, citing injuries to Keanu Cupido and Mduduzi Shabalala; midfielder Jayden Adams received a controversial second yellow card.
Orlando Pirates fans celebrated the draw, as their team now sits three points behind the leaders with a game in hand and superior goal difference.
Sundowns will look to bounce back against Siwelele FC this Saturday, while their focus simultaneously shifts toward the upcoming CAF Champions League final against AS FAR.