Grobler shines on debut as Sekhukhune fightback to secure a spot in MTN8 semis
Veteran striker Bradley Grobler shone on debut for his new club Sekhukhune as the former SuperSport United announced his arrival with a brace.
Galaxy made a fast start into the clash, finding the opening goal on 14 minutes through Mpho Mvelase.
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The visitors doubled their lead four minutes before the half time break in Polokwane through a goal by Victor Letsoalo.
However, they allowed the home side to reduce the defeat after two minutes when a poorly marked Grobler headed the ball in from a corner kick by Keletso Makgalwa.
After putting up a solid performance in the first half, Galaxy made a few mistakes in the back.
Bradley Grobler pulls one back for Sekhukhune on debut 😤⚽
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Grobler completed his brace on debut on 64 minutes after he produced a fine finish from a good cross by second half substitute Linda Mntambo.
One of the errors by Galaxy was punished after Vusumuzi Mncube pickpocketed Qobolwakhe Sibande and went on to beat goalkeeper Ira Tape.
Babina Noko joins defending champions Orlando Pirates in the semis.
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