Milford FC secured their first-ever Betway Premiership victory after defeating Siwelele FC 1-0 at Richards Bay Stadium on Wednesday evening.
The Stallions, who lost to defending champions Orlando Pirates on their top-flight debut, earned their first three points thanks to a second-half strike from Menzi Chili.
Siwelele dominated the attacking statistics in the opening half, registering 12 attempts at goal. However, only three were on target, with Jason Clifford, Sphesihle Jeza and Vincent Pule all denied by Milford goalkeeper Siphamandla Hleza.
Milford enjoyed periods of possession but struggled to create clear opportunities, leaving Siwelele goalkeeper Goitseone Phoko largely untested before the break.
The visitors introduced Tebogo Potsane for Clifford at halftime as they looked to add more creativity to their attack.
Milford gradually grew into the match and were rewarded in the 77th minute when Chili broke the deadlock, finding space in the Siwelele defence before finishing to put the hosts ahead.
Siwelele responded by introducing Christian Saile and Neo Mokhachane, but their hopes of finding an equaliser were dealt another blow when Thabiso Seseane was sent off after receiving a second yellow card.
Milford held on to secure a historic three points and will now look to build momentum when they host Kruger United on Saturday, 15 August.
Siwelele, meanwhile, travel to face AmaZulu FC on the same day.
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