Sekhukhune United have exceeded expectations and can take another step in solidifying their place among the country’s best tonight.
Under the leadership of Lehlohonolo Seema & Co, the club has assembled a well-balanced and competitive squad, with key acquisitions like Thabang Monare and Sipho Mbule adding valuable experience and quality to the team.
This evening, Babina Noko will demonstrate their credentials against league leaders Mamelodi Sundowns at the Old Peter Mokaba Stadium in what promises to be an exciting encounter.
Form Guide
Currently sitting in third place, Babina Noko has played 18 matches, securing nine wins, four draws, and five losses, amassing a total of 31 points. While consistency has been a challenge at times, their ability to grind out crucial results has kept them firmly in the upper echelons of the league
Their impressive 1-0 victory over Chippa United last weekend is a testament to their resilience and their ability to get the job done when it matters most.
Underpinning their success is their movement in the transfer market which has transformed Sekhukhune United into a formidable force in the Betway Premiership. If they can continue to build on their recent performances, they have a strong chance of securing a spot in African competition come the end of the season.
Meanwhile, Mamelodi Sundowns, like Babina Noko, come into this match on the back of two consecutive league victories. The Brazilians will be looking to make it three wins on the trot and strengthen their position at the top of the standings, ahead of their CAF Champions League appointments.
Since their surprising 2-1 defeat to TS Galaxy in early February, Sundowns have been in excellent form, scoring seven goals and conceding just two during their previous 180 minutes of league football.
Currently, the Brazilians hold a commanding 12-point lead over second-placed Orlando Pirates, who still have three games in hand. Sundowns will be eager to maintain their dominance and continue their push for the league title as the season enters its final stages.
How to watch
The match is scheduled to kick-off at 19:30 on Wednesday, 26 February and will be carried live on the public broadcaster’s radio stations for commentary. The match will be broadcast live on SuperSport channel 202 and can also be streamed on Showmax.
Old Peter Mokaba Stadium Stadium
The 45 000 seater stadium will host the clash between Sekhukhune United and Mamelodi Sundowns. The Polokwane based stadium was refurbished to a state-of-the-art stadium ahead of the 2010 FIFA World Cup and hosted several group-stage matches during the global football spectacle.
The stadium primarily serves as the home ground for Sekhukhune United, one of the teams in the South African Premier Soccer League (PSL). That being said, it has hosted various PSL matches, including high-profile encounters involving teams such as Orlando Pirates, Kaizer Chiefs, and Mamelodi Sundowns.
Betting odds (supplied by Hollywoodbets)
To win (90 min)
Sekhukhune United 52/10 | Draw 5/2 | Mamelodi Sundowns 13/20
With a massive clash against Kaizer Chiefs on the horizon and a congested fixture schedule, I feel the hosts will secure a result against their Pretoria counterparts.
I think the play is Sekhukhune United on the double chance and BTTS (yes) at 3/1.