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Prisons XI make early inroads

Tuesday, October 14, 2025 | 60 Views |

Action between Prisons and Taung Young Strikers. PIC MORERI SEJAKGOMO

Prisons XI served a warning to First Division South title rivals with a hot performance that blew away previously unbeaten Taung Young Fighters on a cold, blustery Saturday afternoon.

The Warders came from a goal down and overpowered their opponents 3-1 as the team seeks a return to the FNB Premiership. The win saw Prisons XI nestle amongst the early pacesetters, with 10 points from five games played.

Title favourites, Dinare sit atop with 13 points as an exciting title chase is in store for the fans.

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