Miguel Cardoso’s side are second on 58 points from 25 matches, one behind Orlando Pirates, who have played a game more
Sundowns arrive off the back of a rare dip in form, having drawn their last two league matches against Stellenbosch and Richards Bay. It marks the first time under Cardoso that they have gone two games without a win, halting a strong start to 2026 in which they won their opening 10 league fixtures.
The drop-off has come at a crucial stage, with fixture congestion and injuries adding strain as Sundowns balance domestic ambitions with a CAF Champions League final run. Cardoso has pointed to the demanding schedule as a factor, but the pressure is now on his squad to respond in the run-in.
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Polokwane City, meanwhile, sit sixth and remain in the hunt for a top-four finish. They have built a strong home record this season, with a compact defensive structure making them difficult to break down at Seshego Stadium, a 15,000-capacity ground expected to provide a difficult atmosphere for the visitors.
The fixture carries added complexity as the teams meet twice in five days, with a return match at Loftus Versfeld following quickly. Historically, Sundowns have had the edge in this matchup, but most meetings have been tight and low-scoring, often decided by small margins.
With the title race finely balanced, Wednesday offers Sundowns a chance to take control again – but only if they can rediscover the consistency that defined their earlier surge.