What happened to TS Galaxy FC against Siwelele FC?
TS Galaxy FC’s Betway Premiership campaign took another hit on Sunday, 2 August 2026, as Siwelele FC claimed a 2-1 upset at home. The visitors started brightly and took the lead through Sibusiso Vilakazi in the 12th minute, but Siwelele pulled level before half-time through Thabang Molefe. A late strike from Lebohang Mokoena sealed the win for the hosts.
Why the loss hurts Galaxy’s title push
With just four points from five games, TS Galaxy FC now sit 11th in the Betway Premiership table. The defeat ends a run of three straight draws and hands Siwelele their first league win of the season. Manager Vusi Mkhulise admitted his side lacked intensity. “We didn’t press high enough and gave Siwelele too much space,” he told reporters after the match.
What comes next for TS Galaxy FC?
Galaxy now face a run of tough fixtures, including a derby against Orlando Pirates next weekend. Mkhulise has promised changes. “We’ll review the footage and make adjustments,” he said. The squad flies to Johannesburg on Monday for training before the Pirates clash.
Key talking points from the upset
Siwelele’s direct style unsettled Galaxy’s build-up play. Vilakazi’s early goal came from a quick counter, while Molefe’s equaliser exposed gaps in Galaxy’s defensive line. Galaxy’s lone strike came from a set-piece, but it wasn’t enough to salvage a point. The result piles pressure on Mkhulise to turn things around fast.
