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 Lerato Lamola (Gallo Images)
Lerato Lamola (Gallo Images)

Port Elizabeth - Bloemfontein Celtic came from a goal down to defeat 10-man Chippa United 2-1 in their Absa Premiership clash at the Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium on Wednesday night.

The result is a blow to the Chilli Boys’ hopes of moving well clear of the relegation zone, while Phunya Sele Sele have strengthened their grip on fifth place.

Chippa started the game in a very attacking frame of mind and had the first effort within the opening 60 seconds, as Thamsanqa Sangweni got away a shot that was safely held by goalkeeper Patrick Tignyemb.

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