Stellenbosch FC are preparing to host AmaZulu in a highly anticipated Betway Premiership encounter later this evening.
With Stellenbosch involved in continental competition and AmaZulu aiming for a top half finish, this clash could prove pivotal in their campaigns.
Form Guide
Stellenbosch FC step into this crucial encounter riding the high of an historic triumph in continental competition. Last Wednesday, the Cape-based club stunned Egyptian giants Zamalek with a hard-fought 1-0 victory in Cairo, courtesy of Sihle Nduli’s decisive strike. The result not only secured a famous win over the White Knights but also saw Stellies progress to the CAF Confederation Cup semi-finals—their first-ever appearance at this stage.
Domestically, however, Steve Barker’s side will be eager to regain stability. Their last Premiership outing—a 1-0 away defeat to Magesi FC in late March—brought an abrupt end to their impressive seven-match unbeaten run in league action. Despite the setback, Stellenbosch remain well-positioned in fifth place, holding valuable games in hand over TS Galaxy and Sekhukhune United, who currently occupy fourth and third respectively. With the season approaching its climax, every point will be vital in their pursuit of a top-four finish.
Meanwhile, AmaZulu have shown signs of revival after a tough spell in the league. Usuthu’s much-needed 1-0 victory over Richards Bay on April 4, secured by a Taariq Fieles goal, offered a timely boost in morale following a frustrating run in which they claimed only a single point from a possible twelve.
Seventh-placed AmaZulu will now be intent on solidifying their standing in the top half of the table. However, with just a handful of games left in the campaign, they must capitalize on every opportunity to avoid being overtaken by teams with additional fixtures to play, including Kaizer Chiefs, Chippa United, and Golden Arrows.
With Stellenbosch motivated by continental aspirations and AmaZulu looking to strengthen their league resurgence, this clash sets the stage for a highly competitive battle where momentum and positioning will be fiercely contested.
What they said
Stellenbosch coach, Steve Barker, said “It’s a massive game for us in the league, it’s important for us to get points after the adjusted log,”.
“We need to fight for that third position, which is important for us as we want to continue playing on the continent.
“It’s a massive game against a team that has turned their fortunes around this season. We are expecting a tough encounter. However, preparations have gone really well.
“The mood in the camp is really high after our success in reaching the semi-final of the confed, but we’re really cognizant of the fact that the league is very important for us,” he added in the video that was posted on the club’s official social media page.
AmaZulu FC coach Arthur Zwane on pushing for a top-three finish this season:
“The ball is in our hands. It’s all up to us if we want to go and play in the Confederation Cup … it is all up to us. It is how we are going to execute ourselves in the next coming games.
We need to win all the games and when I look at the squad we have assembled, the character we’ve shown this season is good.”
How to watch
The match is scheduled to kick-off at 19:30 on Tuesday, 15 April 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.
Danie Craven Stadium
The 16 000 seater stadium will host the clash between Stellenbosch and AmaZulu. Located in Stellenbosch, the stadium is a multi-purpose venue primarily used for rugby and football matches.
It is part of Stellenbosch University’s sports facilities and is named after Danie Craven, a renowned South African rugby administrator and former Springbok scrum-half.
Since 2020, Danie Craven Stadium has served as the home ground for Stellenbosch FC, one of South Africa’s sixteen topflight clubs which competes in the Betway Premiership.
Betting odds (supplied by Hollywoodbets)
To win (90 min)
Stellenbosch 19/20 | Draw 43/20 | AmaZulu 33/10
With the away side making up ground in the topflight, I think the play is AmaZulu on the double chance and BTTS (Yes) at 49/20!