Moroka Swallows Take on Polokwane City Amidst Turmoil and Resurgence

Amidst internal struggles and a new beginning, Moroka Swallows are set to face Polokwane City in a crucial match at Dobsonville Stadium. The two teams will clash in the Premier Soccer League, with Swallows dealing with recent instability and Polokwane City looking to climb into the top eight rankings.

Swallows have undergone significant changes recently, including the termination of multiple player contracts due to protest action over unpaid dues. Despite this turmoil, they are gearing up to host Polokwane City, a team that is on a resurgence after positive results before the Africa Cup of Nations break.

Polokwane City recently secured a 2-1 victory against Chippa United and held log leaders Mamelodi Sundowns to a goalless draw, placing them tenth on the table with 21 points. The team is only one point away from breaking into the top eight, adding intensity to their encounter with Swallows.

On the other hand, Swallows faced controversies leading up to the break, which saw them unable to fulfill their fixtures against Sundowns and Golden Arrows. The Premier Soccer League fined Swallows and awarded their opponents 3-0 victories, further complicating their season.

As Swallows navigate through these challenges, they will aim to regroup and put up a strong performance against Polokwane City. The teams previously played to a goalless draw in November, setting the stage for an unpredictable rematch at Dobsonville Stadium.

The confirmed line-ups for the upcoming match are as follows: Polokwane City – Sapunga, Matuludi, Ndlovu, Nikani, Nkaki, Kambala, Ramabu, Mashikinya, Mapfumo, Raphadu, Appollis. Moroka Swallows – Akpeyi, Mngonyama, Nyauza, Tshanini, Mphahlele, Mthethwa, Phalane, Mtshali, Everson, Damons, Koapeng.