Former Mamelodi Sundowns striker Alton Meiring is no more.
ALTON MEIRING DIES
According to iDiski Times, Meiring died on Sunday at the age of 48 in Cape Town. Meiring holds the Premiership Soccer League record of scoring goals for nine different clubs.
“Former Bafana Bafana striker Alton Meiring has sadly passed away. The 48-year-old, who had two caps for Bafana, played for several clubs, including Mamelodi Sundowns, Moroka Swallows, Jomo Cosmos, Golden Arrows and Manning Rangers. We, at iDiski Times, would like to express our condolences to Meiring’s family and friends,” the report added.
Meiring scored for AmaZulu, Golden Arrows, Moroka Swallows, Cape Town Spurs, Manning Rangers, Sundowns, Jomo Cosmos, Mother City and Platinum Stars – as confirmed by Opta Jabu.
KAIZER CHIEFS LOSE TO SUNDOWNS AT THE FNB STADIUM
Meanwhile, Kabo Yellow have taken the Betway Premiership top position after goals from Lucas Ribeiro and Iqraam Rayners sealed a 2-1 win over Kaizer Chiefs last Saturday.
Full Statement:
“Mamelodi Sundowns were the side that emerged triumphant against Kaizer Chiefs following a 2-1 thriller in a sold-out affair at the FNB Stadium on Saturday afternoon. Lucas Ribeiro and Iqraam Rayners were the heroes who netted the winning goals on the day.
“Coming from back-to-back victories in their league encounters, Bafana Ba Style looked to collect their first three points away from home.
“Amakhosi had an electrifying start to the match, opening the scoring on the 9th minute through Ranga Chivaviro’s powerful finish. Despite the lively celebrations, coach Manqoba’s side remained composed, knowing there was more time to turn things around.
“It was just after the half an hour mark when Ribeiro shot a cracker to level matters with the hosts. Five minutes later, Rayners added his name in the scoresheet to put his side ahead in the mouthwatering fixture. Masandawana went to the break with a goal advantage.
“The Glamour Boys went back to the second stanza looking to find a leveller but with the changes coach Manqoba made, it proved hard for them to find the back of the net. They had a few clear-cut chances but Ronwen Williams was equally at work as he made crucial saves to deny the hosts a chance to net a goal or two.
“The Brazilians also had a few threatening chances that came from Peter Shalulile but the Chiefs goalie made serious interceptions to keep the score at 2-1.
“The victory at the Calabash meant that the Pretoria-based side continue with their winning ways in the inaugural Betway Premiership.
“How we lined up: Williams, Lebusa, Coetzee, Kekana, Morena, Tiwani, Zwane, Allende, Ribeiro, Matthews, Rayners.
“Subs: Onyango, De Reuck, Mudau, Modiba, Maboe, Mkhulise, Kodisang, Maseko, Shalulile,” – Sundowns report on Chiefs win.
