Stellenbosch defied their numerical disadvantage to dismiss Golden Arrows 1-0 at Tuks Stadium to steer seven points clear of the Premier Soccer League (PSL) relegating zone.
Ashley Du Preez scored his first goal of the season when he struck five minutes into the second half to hand Stellies three points as both sides returned to action for the first time since the restart of the South African football season.
Stellenbosch romped to the slender victory despite finishing the match with 10 men following a red card to Zimbabwean midfielder Ovidy Karuru 18 minutes from time.