History was made this past weekend as Mamelodi Sundowns’ striker Peter Shalulile notched his 130th goal in the PSL, officially becoming the all-time top scorer in PSL history. With a clinical penalty against Stellenbosch, he surpassed longtime record-holder Siyabonga Nomvethe, whose record of 129 goals stood since his retirement in 2019.
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Match Recap & Record Moment
Shalulile’s milestone came in a tightly contested clash at Athlone Stadium, where his composed spot-kick delivered the only goal in a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Stellenbosch FC. After rattling the crossbar earlier, he earned the decisive penalty shortly before halftime and coolly converted, sealing both the win and his place in PSL folklore.
Milestone Significance
This achievement cements Shalulile’s legendary status in the league. He becomes the top scorer in the PSL era with 130 goals, edging past Nomvethe’s longstanding tally.
Not just a prolific striker, he’s a decorated one too, multiple-time Lesley Manyathela Golden Boot winner, PSL Player of the Season, and a key figure in Sundowns’ trophy-laden era.
Peter Shalulile has not only rewritten the record books, he’s redefined the gold standard for goal scorers in South African football. The milestone marks another jewel in his already illustrious career and underlines his legacy as one of the PSL’s greatest finishers. Whether he continues to extend that record or hands it over someday, no one will erase what he’s achieved.