Rising Sun FC Held Scoreless In Stalemate At Langaville

Rising Sun FC hosted Kgotso Stars at Langaville on 25 October 2025, with kick-off at 2:00pm in a 60-minute contest. The match ended in a 0-2 defeat for Rising Sun FC, as Kgotso Stars secured both goals in the second half.

Rising Sun FC lined up in a traditional 4-3-3 formation, deploying four defenders across the backline, three midfielders centrally, and a front three tasked with providing width and penetration. The defensive unit was expected to maintain solidity and contain Kgotso Stars’ attacking threats, while the midfield trio aimed to control possession and supply the forwards. The front three were charged with stretching the opposition’s defence and creating scoring opportunities.

No substitutes were named for Rising Sun FC or Kgotso Stars, so the starting line-ups remained unchanged throughout the match.

The first half saw a tight and tactical battle, with neither side able to break the deadlock by the 30-minute half-time whistle. Both teams showed discipline in their defensive organisation, limiting clear chances in the opening period. The 4-3-3 shape of Rising Sun FC allowed them to maintain a balanced structure, but they struggled to convert possession into meaningful attacks.

After the interval, Kgotso Stars found their rhythm and managed to breach Rising Sun FC’s defence twice, securing a 2-0 lead. Rising Sun FC’s back four were tested repeatedly but ultimately could not prevent the visitors from scoring. Despite efforts to respond, Rising Sun FC were unable to find a way back into the game.

The match concluded after 60 minutes plus added time, with Kgotso Stars emerging as deserved winners on the day. Rising Sun FC will need to regroup and address their attacking shortcomings ahead of their next fixture.