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Tarkastad Football Round-Up: Wins, Standings, and Weekend Highlights
Tarkastad Weekend Football Round-Up: Old Grey and FC Buffalo City Relatives Lead the Pack
Komani News – Eastern Cape – The Coastal Stream football league delivered an action-packed weekend, with several thrilling matches across the region. Old Grey and FC Buffalo City Relatives maintained strong form, while other local teams showed glimpses of promise.
Old Grey Secures Win Over Gqeberha United
Old Grey continued their fine run of form with a 2-0 away victory against Gqeberha United. Goals from Siyabulela Bayeni in the 57th minute and Matenjwa’s 63rd-minute strike sealed the win for the visiting side.
Social media buzzed with praise for Bayeni’s performance. Supporters commented on his consistent form, with one fan noting, “Bayeni is on fire. 🔥🔥🔥” Another added, “Thanks for the beautiful game OG. You entertain us every time.” The victory consolidates Old Grey’s position near the top of the league standings, currently holding 16 points after eight matches.
Other Coastal Stream Results
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Camdeboo 0-1 Amavarara FC – Amavarara FC secured a narrow win over Camdeboo Football Academy Development, moving up the league table.
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Sunday Rivers 2-0 Emi FC – Sunday Rivers returned to winning ways with a solid 2-0 home victory.
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MARU 2-1 Relatives FC – MARU edged FC Buffalo City Relatives in a closely contested match.
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Komani United FC 1-2 Seven Stars FC – Seven Stars FC defeated Komani United FC with goals from Sinethemba Mpayile and an own goal, keeping the game competitive until the final whistle.
League Standings After Week 8
The latest Coastal Stream standings reflect some tight competition at the top:
| Pos | Team | P | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts |
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| 1 | FC Buffalo City Relatives | 8 | 6 | 0 | 2 | 19 | 8 | 11 | 18 |
| 2 | Old Grey | 8 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 17 | 9 | 8 | 16 |
| 3 | Makana Rhini United FC | 8 | 5 | 1 | 2 | 12 | 10 | 2 | 16 |
| 4 | Gqeberha United FC | 8 | 5 | 0 | 3 | 13 | 12 | 1 | 15 |
| 5 | Komani United FC | 8 | 4 | 1 | 3 | 11 | 7 | 4 | 13 |
| 6 | Amavarara | 8 | 3 | 1 | 4 | 9 | 12 | -3 | 10 |
| 7 | Seven Stars FC | 8 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 9 | 13 | -4 | 8 |
| 8 | Camdeboo Football Academy Development | 8 | 1 | 3 | 4 | 10 | 14 | -4 | 6 |
| 9 | Sundays River Valley Academy | 8 | 1 | 2 | 5 | 8 | 11 | -3 | 5 |
| 10 | Emi FC | 8 | 1 | 2 | 5 | 5 | 17 | -12 | 5 |
Fans React to the Weekend Action
Supporters took to social media to celebrate their teams. A fan compared Bayeni’s performance to Messi, while other praised the team’s focus: “Take one game at a time…focus on the next game now. Hard work pays.”
Old Grey’s fans remain hopeful as the team continues its charge towards the top of the league, while Komani United and Seven Stars FC will be looking to bounce back in the coming fixtures.
