Sekhukhune drop more points as Gallants fight back for a draw

Marumo Gallants' Katlego Otladisa tries to control the ball against Sekhukhune United. Sekhukhune United let more points slip as they were forced to settle for a 1-1 draw against Marumo Gallants in their Betway Premiership clash at the Dr Petrus Molemela Stadium on Saturday. Elias Rammala opened the scoring early in the second half, but the in-form Phillip Ndlondlo hit back to bring Gallants level, handing both sides a share of the spoils as Sekhukhune moved into third place on the log. With Kaizer Chiefs and table-toppers Mamelodi Sundowns occupied with continental commitments, and Orlando Pirates only due to face Chippa United on Tuesday, this match-up presented Eric Tinkler's side with a real chance to gain ground. However, they were unable to take advantage. Gallants, for their part, have shown resilience this season, although they came into the contest burdened by back-to-back away losses. Returning home for the first time in over a month, they were determined to halt that slide.