We left everything on the field - Daweti.

Lelona Daweti says Mamelodi Sundowns had to leave everything on the field in order to defeat a well organized and determined University of Johannesburg Ladies 2-1 on Sunday afternoon.

Daweti scored Sundowns Ladies opening goal as early as the third minute, before Melinda Kgadiete added the second in the 46th minute.

While Banyana Ba Style walked away with all the three points, they were made to sweat by a stubborn UJ side who didn't allow them to play their normal fluid attacking football.

Daweti acknowledges the difficulty they had to go through to win the game, Daweti says she is delighted with the overall performance of the team.

"We are delighted with the overall performance of our team, especially considering the challenging nature of our opponents," Daweti told Mamelodi Sundowns media team.

"Throughout the game, we gave our absolute best and demonstrated our commitment by leaving everything on the field.

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It was in the last few minutes of the game where it looked like UJ could steal a point from the game, especially after they had pulled one goal back.

Daweti says Downs character pulled them through from UJ's late onslaught.

"Despite facing some nerve-wracking moments in the last few minutes, we displayed great character and bravery, ultimately securing the valuable three points.

"This result serves as a solid foundation for us moving forward, and we are fully determined to carry the positive momentum into our next game."

Sundowns Ladies will face 14th placed Thunderbirds in their next Hollywoodbets Super League encounter.

The atmosphere in the dressing room is electric - Kgadiete.

Boosted by their all-important 3-0 win over University of Western Cape last weekend, Mamelodi Sundowns Ladies now have their sights set on claiming University of Johannesburg's scalp.

Banyana ba Style are enjoying a rich vein of form, having won their last five matches in the Hollywoodbets Super League to lift themselves to the summit of the log.

Sundowns Ladies and Banyana Banyana forward, Melinda Kgadiete, says the win over UWC has boosted the moral in their camp, and it feels great to be on the top of the log.

“It was an amazing victory that rejuvenated our team and ensured that we are back on top of the league standings once again. The atmosphere in the dressing room is electric, brimming with positivity and anticipation as we look ahead to Sunday’s game. Our ambition is to maintain our position at the summit of the table; however, we are fully aware that a formidable challenge awaits us in the form of UJ,” said the striker.

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Kgadiete, who scored a brace against UJ last season, says she would like to do more of the same this weekend.

“I fondly recall the satisfaction of scoring two goals against them last year. As a striker, my ultimate aim is to contribute to the team’s success by finding the back of the net. Naturally, I am eager for a similar outcome in our upcoming matches, with the added hope of netting even more goals to further support our team’s victory.”

Sundowns Ladies and University of Johannesburg will clash at UJ Stadium on Sunday 21 May, kick-off is at 15:00.