{"id":24086,"date":"2026-02-25T06:05:40","date_gmt":"2026-02-25T06:05:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/southafricansun.co.za\/?p=24086"},"modified":"2026-02-25T06:05:44","modified_gmt":"2026-02-25T06:05:44","slug":"titus-strikes-late-as-stellenbosch-stun-kaizer-chiefs-at-fnb-stadium","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/southafricansun.co.za\/?p=24086","title":{"rendered":"Titus Strikes Late as Stellenbosch Stun Kaizer Chiefs at FNB Stadium"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

In a dramatic Tuesday night encounter at the FNB Stadium, Devin Titus<\/strong> solidified his reputation as a “giant-killer,” netting a brilliant 87th-minute winner to secure a 2\u20131 victory<\/strong> for Stellenbosch FC over Kaizer Chiefs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The result deals a severe blow to Amakhosi\u2019s<\/em> Betway Premiership title aspirations and serves as a somber “dress rehearsal” for their highly anticipated Soweto Derby clash against Orlando Pirates this coming Saturday.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Match Summary: A Tale of Two Halves<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The match began with Kaizer Chiefs firmly in control, buoyed by the debut of off-season signing Ethan Chislett<\/strong>. The home side\u2019s dominance was rewarded in the 36th minute when Flavio Silva<\/strong> bundled home a cross from Glody Lilepo to give Chiefs a deserved 1\u20130 lead heading into the break.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the second half saw a tactical shift from Stellenbosch coach Gavin Hunt<\/strong>. The “Maroon” side emerged with renewed vigor, catching the Chiefs defense off guard just six minutes after the restart.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  • 51st Minute:<\/strong> Devin Titus turned provider, sending a pinpoint low cross to the far post, where Langelihle Phili<\/strong> was on hand to slot home the equalizer.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • 87th Minute:<\/strong> With the match seemingly heading for a draw, Ibraheem Jabaar<\/strong> found Titus bursting into the box. The winger unleashed a clinical curling finish past Brandon Petersen to seal the comeback.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    Impact on the Log Standin<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    The defeat leaves Kaizer Chiefs in a precarious position as the title race intensifies. Meanwhile, the win provides significant breathing room for Stellenbosch as they move away from the relegation dogfight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Team<\/strong><\/td>Position<\/strong><\/td>Points<\/strong><\/td>Games Played<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/thead>
    Mamelodi Sundowns<\/strong><\/td>1st<\/td>38<\/td>17<\/td><\/tr>
    Orlando Pirates<\/strong><\/td>2nd<\/td>38<\/td>17<\/td><\/tr>
    Kaizer Chiefs<\/strong><\/td>4th<\/td>30<\/td>16<\/td><\/tr>
    Stellenbosch FC<\/strong><\/td>11th<\/td>19<\/td>18<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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    The “Gavin Hunt” Factor<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    The victory marks a significant personal milestone for Gavin Hunt, who has now masterminded back-to-back wins against his former employers. Stellies previously knocked Chiefs out of the Nedbank Cup earlier in February, with Titus scoring in that fixture as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    “We knew they would be focusing on the Derby. We stayed patient, soaked up the pressure in the first half, and used our pace on the transition. Devin [Titus] showed his quality when it mattered most.” \u2014 Gavin Hunt, Stellenbosch FC Coach<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

    Looking Ahead<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Kaizer Chiefs must now regroup quickly for the Soweto Derby<\/strong> on February 28, where a loss could effectively end their mathematical hopes of catching log-leaders Sundowns. For Stellenbosch, the focus shifts to a home fixture against AmaZulu<\/strong> this Friday, as they look to climb into the top half of the table.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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