FNB Players That Impressed in Varsity Football Round 3
- Siraj Kamedien
- Aug 24
- 2 min read
Round 3 of the Varsity Football campaign brought plenty of drama and movement on the log standings, with TUT climbing to the top of the table following a convincing 3-1 victory over CUT. In Johannesburg, UJ claimed Joburg derby bragging rights by edging Wits 1-0 in a tense encounbter, while UFS showed resilience on the road, securing maximum points with a hard-fought 2-1 win against DUT. Meanwhile, the clash between NWU and UP-Tuks ended without goals, as both sides walked away with a share of the spoils after a goalless stalemate.
Here are the players who made the biggest impact in their respective matches.
Glen Mashimbye – (TUT Men’s Football)
Glen Mashimbye again impressed with his tireless work rate and constant threat to the CUT defence. His 2nd-minute strike, a composed first-time finish from TUT’s opening attack, set the tone for the entire encounter.
Sinenhlanhla Mkhonza – (UJ Men’s Football)
Sinenhlanhla Mkhonza’s midfield command earned him a third consecutive FNB Player of the Match award. The UJ youngster performed well, his ball distribution to the defense, winning second balls and stopping Wits’ supply into the box was enough to make him a standout player in the derby
Jarome Jansen – (UFS Men’s Football)
The standout performer on the day was UFS’s number 10, Jerome Jansen, who displayed exceptional awareness and leadership, constantly pulling his team together and dictating play. While there were several strong performances across the pitch, Jansen’s influence made him a clear choice for man of the match.
Leathan Croats – (UP-Tuks Men’s Football)
UP-Tuks goalkeeper Leathan Croats, wearing jersey number 13, stood tall as the last line of defense. He produced a commanding display, holding off some of the best shots from NWU with quick reflexes and sharp positioning. Time after time, Croats denied his opponents, frustrating their attackers and keeping his team in the contest. His calm presence in the box and ability to read the game made him one of the standout performers of the match.
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Yup, gonna be a fun week. Let’s circle back after Round 4 — I’m curious who we’ll be hyping next!
You mean Thabiso Mokoena? That guy hits like a truck. I’ll be watching that match for sure. Let’s see who keeps the momentum from Round 3.
Wouldn’t be surprised if NWU pulls something crazy. They’ve been improving each week, and their defense is getting tighter. Also, their #7 — can’t remember the name — is quietly becoming a brick wall.
Haha, love when you find useful stuff like that in unexpected places. I might give it a try too — I’m terrible at remembering fixtures. Speaking of, are we expecting any major upsets in Round 4?