NWU Secure First Win with Hard-Fought 2–1 Victory Over CPUT
- Karen Scheepers
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After a difficult start to the Varsity Women’s Football tournament, North-West University (NWU) bounced back in style, edging past Cape Peninsula University of Technology (CPUT) with a 2–1 win in Round 2. The match, played on 6 September 2025 at the UJ Soweto Stadium B-Field, showcased NWU’s resilience and determination to get their season back on track.
Strong Start and Early Pressure
Both teams opened with intensity, trading attacks in the opening stages. NWU created one of the first clear chances in the 10th minute when Veronicca Maswanganyi struck a powerful free kick, but her effort sailed narrowly wide.
The breakthrough arrived in the 23rd minute following NWU’s aggressive pressing. A misplaced CPUT pass deflected off Neo Montshosi, and Nontobeko Gumede reacted quickly to finish from close range, giving the Eagles a deserved 1–0 lead.
CPUT Fight Back
CPUT were forced into an early setback when starting goalkeeper Nonhle Ngema was substituted with an injury in the 25th minute, replaced by Cassidy Primo. Despite the disruption, the Cape side struck back before halftime.
In the 38th minute, Mosetsanagape Leepile produced a moment of brilliance with a long-range strike that caught NWU’s defence off guard, levelling the match at 1–1 going into the break.
Second-Half Decider
NWU began the second half with renewed urgency, creating multiple chances but failing to convert. Their persistence finally paid off in the 54th minute. From a well-worked throw-in, Tshiamo Gosiame Phiri found space inside the box and calmly slotted the ball home, restoring NWU’s lead.
The Eagles defended with composure in the closing stages, denying CPUT a way back into the contest and sealing their first three points of the campaign.
Scorers
NWU: Nontobeko Gumede, Tshiamo Gosiame Phiri
CPUT: Mosetsanagape Leepile
Teams
NWU: Mmabatho Tladi, Londeka Mabeba, Tshiamo Gosiame Phiri, Ponalo Molale, Vuyokazi Thambe, Thandi Dondolo, Mbalentle Dlikilili, Neo Montshosi, Veronicca Maswanganyi, Naledi Mooketsi, Nontobeko Gumede.
CPUT: Nonhle Ngema, Sinothile Makhanya, Zinhle Hlela, Liyema Tom, Sthembiso Williams, Clio Jordan Smidt, Zilungile Mathiya, Mosetsanagape Leepile, Banele Ndlela, Sinothando Lirula, Mesuli Bhungalipheli.
Closing Thoughts
This hard-fought win was the perfect response from NWU after their opening defeat, showing both character and attacking intent. With confidence restored, the Eagles will look to carry this momentum into their next fixture as they continue their Group B campaign.
All image credits to: NWU Maf Ladies FC
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