Times Of Swaziland: ‘SIKHALI’ CLAIMS E10K ‘GOLDEN BOOT’ PRIZE

‘SIKHALI’ CLAIMS E10K ‘GOLDEN BOOT’ PRIZE
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Ntombikayise Gwebu on 08/04/2024 08:40:00


LOBAMBA – Green Mamba seasoned forward Sabelo ‘Sikhali’ Ndzinisa has
scooped the E10 000 top goalscorer award in style.
A packed Somhlolo National Stadium was home to the the thrilling encounter
between champions Green Mamba and capital city giants Mbabane Swallows
yesterday. Ndzinisa’s penalty shot in the 15th minute proved decisive, as he
did not only win his side the championship but topped the charts with seven
goals to shake off his closest challengers in Mpucuko Dlamini and Sandile
‘Saviola’ Gamedze of Ezulwini United and Young Buffaloes, respectively, who
finished on six.
Award
The award also went to forward Charles Molopo who was with Malanti Chiefs in the
last edition in 2020. He scored six goals. “This trophy is special to me as I
was winning it for the fourth time,” Ndzinisa said. The captain further
attributed their win to all Mamba players. “They should continue working hard
to win more titles. Credit goes to supporters who cheered despite unfavourable
weather conditions,” he said. The seasoned forward, on the other hand,
maintained that he was unaware of the reported Orlando Pirates interest. “If
their scouts were here they saw my performance and a decision lies with them.
However, I only know of reports through the media,” he said. Mamba retained
the title, courtesy of the lone unanswered goal by the Sihlangu marksman
(Ndzinisa). This in turn secured the forceful side a mouth-watering E1.4 million
prize. Fans of the powerhouses Green Mamba and Swallows cheered from as early as
9am. Meanwhile, cultural dance groups kept the audience entertained during the
festivities.