Latest News
Stanley Nwabali’s late penalty save rescues point for Chippa United
By Oyediji Oluwaseun Babatunde
Nigeria goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali produced a dramatic 90th-minute penalty save to earn Chippa United a 1-1 draw against Sekhukhune United in the South African Premier League.
The Nigerian international, who has built a reputation for delivering in clutch moments, once again showed his class by denying the hosts a stoppage-time winner.
Nwabali’s heroics come just days after he missed Chippa United’s 2-1 defeat to Polokwane City, where 24-year-old Ayanda Sithole stood in for him.
His absence had raised concerns, with head coach Luc Eymael describing the situation surrounding the Super Eagles’ first-choice goalkeeper as “sad,” while stressing it was a matter to be handled internally.
The result leaves the Chilli Boys with a valuable point on the road, as Nwabali continues to underline his importance for both club and country.
