Gamondi’s Black Stars Held by Spirited Stellenbosch in Confed Cup Clash
Stellenbosch FC returned from Zanzibar with a valuable CAF Confederation Cup point, remaining top of Group C despite a dramatic stoppage-time penalty that cancelled out Langelihle Phili’s superb milestone goal.
Facing a Singida Black Stars side coached by former Mamelodi Sundowns mentor Miguel Gamondi, Stellenbosch absorbed heavy first-half pressure before coming alive in the second stanza.
Phili, on his 50th club appearance, delivered a moment of brilliance—bursting from his own half, beating several defenders, and smashing home the opener. It was Stellenbosch’s first shot on target and a reminder of the 20-year-old’s growing influence on the continental stage.
Stellies, missing regular goalkeeper Sage Stephens and rotating several starters, showed maturity and resilience throughout. Oscarine Masuluke produced big saves, Thabo Moloisane led with authority, and the side defended bravely against a wave of late attacks.
Although Singida equalised from a contentious penalty deep into stoppage time, the draw ensures Stellenbosch stay in pole position, unbeaten after two matches and well-placed for the knockout push.
A point away in East Africa, with major squad changes and hostile conditions, represents a strong result and continued upward trajectory for Steve Barker’s side in their historic first CAF campaign.