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Siwelele impress with statement win against Golden Arrows
Relebogile Mokhuoane of Siwelele challenged by Philani Khumalo of Golden Arrows during the 2025/26 Betway Premiership match at Dr Molemela Stadium in Bloemfontein. | BackpagePix
Siwelele FC marked their debut in the Betway Premiership in style, claiming a confident 3-1 win over Golden Arrows at a rocking Dr. Petrus Molemela Stadium on Saturday.
A brace from Siviwe Magidigidi and Vincent Pule handed coach Lehlohonolo Seema a dream start to the season, as two quick-fire strikes in the first half rattled Abafana Bes'thende and gave the home fans exactly what they had been craving.
In a sea of green and white, the City of Bloemfontein—the proud City of Roses—was finally quenched of its thirst with football back by popular demand. On a Women's Day when many around the country received flowers, the Siwelele faithful got their own gift—the return of top-flight football.
The stands were alive with song, carrying the joy of a community that had waited far too long for this moment.
For several Siwelele players, this occasion carried extra meaning. Just months ago, they were fighting for survival in SuperSport United colors, enduring the mental and physical strain of a relegation scrap.
