Mamelodi Sundowns FC delivered an emphatic 5-2 victory over AmaZulu FC in the Betway Premiership on 24 February 2026. The match, which was Matchday 18 of the competition, saw the Brazilians extend their perfect recent record against Usuthu to five consecutive wins.
The result showcased Sundowns' attacking power as they built on their current league form. The club sits 2nd in the Premier Soccer League with 10 points from 4 games, having scored 11 goals and conceded just 5 this season.
How did the match unfold?
B. Leon opened the scoring for Mamelodi Sundowns in the 26th minute, setting the tone for a dominant first half. T. Mokoena added a second goal just seven minutes later in the 33rd minute, giving the hosts a comfortable 2-0 lead at the break. AmaZulu's T. Ngwenya pulled one back early in the second half, scoring in the 47th minute to make it 2-1.
Sundowns responded immediately through T. Matthews, who restored the two-goal cushion in the 52nd minute. B. Leon then completed his brace in the 67th minute, making it 4-1. T. Ngwenya scored his second of the game for AmaZulu in the 71st minute, but B. Mokoena sealed the 5-2 win with a goal in the second minute of added time.
What is Sundowns' recent form?
The victory forms part of a strong start to the 2026-27 campaign for Mamelodi Sundowns. Their recent form reads WWDW, with the team showing both scoring prowess and defensive solidity. They have a goal difference of +6 from their opening four league matches, a statistic fans can track on our stats page.
Before this domestic fixture, Sundowns had been competing in the African Champions League, with matches on 24 May and 17 May 2026. Their Betway Premiership campaign this season began with matches on 19 August, 15 August, and 11 August 2026. The team's current standing and upcoming matches are available on our standings and fixtures pages.
How dominant is Sundowns' record against AmaZulu?
This latest victory continues a remarkable streak of dominance for Mamelodi Sundowns over AmaZulu FC. The head-to-head record for their last five meetings now shows five wins for Sundowns and zero for AmaZulu. The previous encounters occurred on 12 August 2025 (Matchday 2), 11 March 2025 (Matchday 22), 24 December 2024 (Matchday 8), and 27 February 2024 (Matchday 19).
Every single one of those matches was in the Betway Premiership, highlighting Sundowns' consistent superiority in this particular fixture over multiple seasons. The tactical approach and squad depth have proven too much for AmaZulu to handle repeatedly.
What does this mean for AmaZulu's season?
For AmaZulu FC, the defeat adds to a challenging period. Their recent matches include Betway Premiership fixtures on 15 August, 12 August, and 1 August 2026, along with matches from the previous season's conclusion in May 2026. Conceding five goals in a single match will concern their coaching staff, particularly against a direct rival in the league table.
The result leaves AmaZulu searching for answers against Mamelodi Sundowns, a team that has become a significant obstacle in their campaign. They will need to address defensive vulnerabilities shown in this match if they hope to change this one-sided rivalry in future meetings.
Mamelodi Sundowns now look ahead to maintaining their strong league position. With 10 points already on the board and a potent attack that has produced 11 goals, they are well-placed to challenge for the title. The squad's blend of scorers, evidenced by goals from four different players against AmaZulu, provides multiple threats for opponents to handle. You can view the contributing players on our squad page.
