Chippa United defeated Richards Bay 3-0 at Buffalo City Stadium in East London on Saturday, February 14, 2026, moving further away from the relegation zone in the South African Premiership. Sirgio Kammies opened the scoring for the Chilli Boys in first-half stoppage time, with Somila Ntsundwana and Sinoxolo Kwayiba adding goals in the second half.
The match began slowly, with both teams struggling to establish dominance. Chippa United gradually increased the pressure, attempting to unsettle the Natal Rich Boys in front of a passionate home crowd. Ayabulela Konqobe set up Sinoxolo Kwayiba for an early attempt, but the shot was blocked. Goodman Mosele also tested Richards Bay goalkeeper Ian Otieno with a promising effort that was saved.
Kammies received a yellow card during a tightly contested first half, but ultimately had the last say before the break. He scored his first goal of the season in the first minute of added time, giving Chippa a 1-0 lead at halftime.
Richards Bay emerged for the second half with increased urgency, seeking an equaliser. However, Chippa United extended their advantage through Somila Ntsundwana in the 67th minute. Ntsundwana celebrated by removing his shirt, earning a booking from the referee.
Orlando Pirates loanee, Kwayiba, then sealed the victory for Chippa United in the 80th minute, firing into the far corner after intercepting a stray pass. The goal was Kwayiba’s third for the club. The win provides Chippa United with crucial breathing space in their fight to avoid relegation.
Richards Bay made two substitutions in an attempt to change the game, bringing on Thulani Gumede for Wandile Ngema and Luyanda Khumalo for Lindokuhle Zikhali, but were unable to overcome the two-goal deficit.
