Chippa United’s goalkeeper, Stanley Nwabali, showcased his prowess by maintaining a clean sheet in a commanding 3-0 triumph over Richards Bay in the South African Premier League on Wednesday.
In his second appearance since returning from the Africa Cup of Nations, the Super Eagles’ first-choice goalkeeper displayed composure throughout the match, despite facing minimal threats from the visiting team.
Chippa United seized an early advantage when Justice Chabalala found the net in the 7th minute. Craig Martin extended their lead just five minutes later. Richards Bay’s Abdi Banda received a red card in the 54th minute, further bolstering Chippa United’s dominance.
Taking advantage of the numerical superiority, the hosts secured their victory with a third goal scored by Kayden Francis in the 74th minute.
With this clean sheet, Nwabali has now accumulated eight clean sheets in 17 PSL appearances this season, trailing Mamelodi Sundowns’ Ronwen Williams by two clean sheets. Williams leads the league with 10 clean sheets in just 13 games.
