Karabo Dhlamini’s first-half strike proved the difference in an evenly-matched clash, as the Banyana Ba Style took another step towards a fourth successive title at TUT Stadium on Saturday afternoon.
TUT ladies launched several attacks as they looked to level matters, but the visitors stood firm at the back, and the first-half ended with the Brazilians leading 1-0 at half-time.
After the break, both teams huffed and puffed hoping to catch each other on the break, but Banyana Ba Style hung on until the end. This victory separates log leaders Banyana Ba Style with title contenders UWC FC by one point.
As for TUT Ladies, this third defeat of the league season leaves them in 10th position and 11 points adrift of ‘Downs.
Other results
UJ FC 5-1 Ma Indies Ladies
University of Pretoria 0-1 JVW FC
UWC FC 3-1 First Touch Ladies
Coal City Wizards 0-2 Copperbelt Ladies