Superlative Sundowns send Orbit spinning as they reach PSL summit

The Brazilians enjoyed a dominant start, starving Orbit of the ball for the opening 15 minutes. The possession led to two chances, with Jayden Adams being denied by the post, then Leboganag Mothiba drew an incredible save from Orbit gloveman Mwenya Chibwe to keep the scores level.

But the pressure eventually told, and Sundowns got on the scoreboard in the 22nd minute. The Orbit defenders made a grave error in their own box and Arthur Sales pounced with an acrobatic effort, netting his third league goal in the process.

Orbit were not as clinical when Sundowns served them up a similar chance in the box. Lucky Malatsi swooped on a loose ball, but goalkeeper Ronwen Williams watched the ball sail harmlessly over his crossbar.

In the second stanza, a plethora of personnel changes from Sundowns' boss Miguel Cardoso and the forced change of Orbit keeper Chibwedue to injury disrupted the flow of the match.

But Masandawana were soon back to their fluid ways and they created a chance for new man Brayan Leon. The debutant soared above his mark to meet a pinpoint cross from teenager Thato Sibiya and double Sundowns' lead with a beautiful header in the 65th minute.

Orbit had a chance to bring some respect to the scoreline 15 minutes from the end, but Ayanda Lukhele could only volley over the open target.

The win sees Sundowns move to the top of the table. They now switch focus to the CAF Champions League and Al Hilal, who they face on Friday night.