Super Eagles goalkeeper and Chippa United captain Stanley Nwabali delivered a stunning performance, securing his fourth clean sheet of the season in a vital 2-0 win over Magesi FC.
Nwabali’s key penalty save and impressive display between the posts were instrumental in helping his side bounce back from a recent draw and defeat in the Premier Soccer League (PSL), Footballrover reports.
This victory propelled Chippa United back into the top three spots on the league table.
In a dominant showing at Buffalo City Stadium, Nwabali showed off why he’s Nigeria number one with his shot-stopping abilities throughout the match.
Key performance: Stanley Nwabali’s penalty save and clean sheet secure vital win
With a penalty save and multiple crucial stops, he ensured that Magesi FC left the field empty-handed.
The Nigerian international dedicated his stellar performance to his late father, who passed away last month, marking the clean sheet and penalty save as a tribute to him.
Nwabali’s statistics from the match were remarkable. The 28-year-old goalkeeper made five solid saves, including one key penalty save that denied Magesi FC a chance to pull themselves back into the game.
His overall influence on the game was impressive, making 48 touches, eight recoveries, four diving saves, and three high claims.
His calm composure under pressure was a defining factor in Chippa United’s victory.
Sinoxolo Kwayiba’s brace was the difference for Chippa United, as his two goals in the first half sealed the three points.
Kwayiba opened the scoring in the seventh minute and doubled his tally just before the break.
Despite the early lead, Magesi FC was given a golden opportunity to claw their way back into the match after being awarded a penalty early in the second half.
However, Nwabali went the right way to deny Edmore Chirambadare, keeping the visitors at bay.
This was the second time in the match that Nwabali thwarted Chirambadare, having earlier denied him a chance to level the scores at 1-1.
Stanley has been in outstanding form this season, conceding only eight goals in nine matches and making over 37 saves.
His performances have been a crucial factor in Chippa United’s rise to third place in the PSL standings with 14 points.
With their momentum building, Chippa United now looks ahead to their next challenge—hosting Cape Town City FC in their upcoming fixture.
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