{"id":24377,"date":"2025-08-21T13:51:06","date_gmt":"2025-08-21T11:51:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/?p=24377"},"modified":"2026-03-12T09:59:39","modified_gmt":"2026-03-12T07:59:39","slug":"shalulile-matches-nomvethes-record-eyes-new-psl-milestone","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/shalulile-matches-nomvethes-record-eyes-new-psl-milestone\/","title":{"rendered":"Peter Shalulile Equals Siyabonga Nomvethe&#8217;s PSL Scoring Record"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Mamelodi Sundowns striker Peter Shalulile has made history by matching Siyabonga Nomvethe\u2019s long-standing Premier Soccer League (PSL) goal record. On Wednesday night, Shalulile found the back of the net in Sundowns&#8217; 2-0 victory over Magesi FC, bringing his tally to 129 goals in South African football.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The 31-year-old Namibian international is now on the verge of becoming the highest goal scorer in PSL history, a feat he\u2019s set to accomplish with fewer appearances than Nomvethe, who previously held the record.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-shalulile-s-impressive-record\">Shalulile&#8217;s Impressive Record<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Shalulile\u2019s journey to this remarkable achievement began when he scored 27 goals for Highlands Park before making the switch to Sundowns in 2020. Since joining the Pretoria-based club, he has netted 102 goals in 208 appearances, and with his latest goal, he is now only one shy of surpassing Nomvethe\u2019s record.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>What makes Shalulile&#8217;s feat even more impressive is the efficiency with which he reached the milestone. Despite fewer competitive matches compared to Nomvethe, Shalulile has managed to stay at the top of his game, showcasing consistency and skill in every season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/gauteng-image-1755776960.png\" alt=\"Gauteng News Image\" class=\"wp-image-24385\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/gauteng-image-1755776960.png 640w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/gauteng-image-1755776960-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/gauteng-image-1755776960-390x220.png 390w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"gaute-1746320953\" class=\"gaute-inbetween-content gaute-entity-placement\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;text-align: center;\"><div class=\"gaute-adlabel\">Advertisement<\/div><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-1852772760112594\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-1852772760112594\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"1819787043\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-the-key-moment-against-magesi-fc\">The Key Moment Against Magesi FC<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In a match that saw Sundowns secure a crucial three points, Shalulile\u2019s goal was a moment of brilliance. He scored from outside the box to bring himself level with Nomvethe\u2019s record, a milestone that many fans and analysts have been eagerly anticipating.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Sundowns&#8217; win was built on a solid team performance. After Magesi hit the woodwork in the first half, Sundowns capitalized on their opportunity when Jayden Adams scored the opener in the 73rd minute. The match was sealed when Shalulile\u2019s late goal doubled the advantage in the 87th minute, leaving Magesi with no way back.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/gauteng-image-1755776887-1024x826.png\" alt=\"Gauteng News Image\" class=\"wp-image-24384\" style=\"width:598px;height:auto\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Image:\u00a0Backpagepix<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-shalulile-s-ambition-for-the-future\">Shalulile&#8217;s Ambition for the Future<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Namibian striker\u2019s determination doesn\u2019t end with equaling Nomvethe\u2019s record. He has made it clear that he is aiming for even more. &#8220;My plan is to score many more goals this season. I just need to get my confidence back,&#8221; said Shalulile. His goal target for the season? A remarkable 25 goals, which would help Sundowns extend their lead in the race for a ninth consecutive league title.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This ambition has only added to the growing speculation surrounding his future. Despite rumours suggesting that Shalulile may seek a move to Europe, his focus remains firmly on helping Sundowns achieve more success in domestic competitions and beyond.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"gaute-2927376647\" class=\"gaute-inbetween-content gaute-entity-placement\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;text-align: center;\"><div class=\"gaute-adlabel\">Advertisement<\/div><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-1852772760112594\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-1852772760112594\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"1819787043\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-this-means-for-sundowns-and-psl\">What This Means for Sundowns and PSL<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Shalulile\u2019s achievement is not just a personal milestone, but a testament to <a href=\"https:\/\/sundownsfc.co.za\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Sundowns<\/a>&#8216; dominance in South African football. As the club continues its quest for glory in both the PSL and the CAF Champions League, having a player of Shalulile&#8217;s calibre on their side will undoubtedly be crucial.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For fans of the PSL, Shalulile\u2019s record-chasing journey adds an exciting new chapter to the league&#8217;s history. The question now is not if he will surpass Nomvethe\u2019s record, but when.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Check also: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/psl-awards-last-10-players-crowned-footballer-of-the-season\/\">PSL Awards: The Last 10 Players Crowned Footballer of the Season<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Peter Shalulile is just one goal away from becoming the highest-scoring player in PSL history, and with his current form, it seems inevitable. As he continues his remarkable career with Sundowns, fans will be watching closely to see how much further he can push the limits of his goal-scoring potential.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>What do you think? Will Shalulile surpass Nomvethe&#8217;s record this season? Share your thoughts in the comments below!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Peter Shalulile equalized Siyabonga Nomvethe\u2019s PSL goal record, scoring his 129th goal in Sundowns&#8217; 2-0 win over Magesi FC. He now aims for a new record.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":12,"featured_media":24383,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"rank_math_focus_keyword":"","rank_math_title":"","rank_math_description":"Peter Shalulile equalized Siyabonga Nomvethe\u2019s PSL goal record, scoring his 129th goal in Sundowns' 2-0 win over Magesi FC. 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