Struggling Richards Bay FC Face Polokwane City in Nedbank Cup Showdown

Struggling Richards Bay FC will clash with Polokwane City in a crucial Nedbank Cup encounter at the King Zwelithini Stadium on Saturday. Despite a recent coaching change with Lehlohonolo Seema‘s departure, Polokwane City is riding high on confidence after a 1-0 victory over Moroka Swallows, propelling them to the top eight position in the league.

On the contrary, Richards Bay FC has been facing a tough time, coming off a defeat to Sekhukhune United that denied them a consecutive win and leaving them in the bottom-two bracket. With just one win in their last three matches, the Natal Rich Boys are eager to turn their fortunes around under the guidance of coach Vusimuzi Vilakazi after the sacking of Kaitano Tembo late last year.

In their previous encounter this season, Richards Bay FC suffered a 1-0 loss to Polokwane City, with Simon Ramabu securing the winning goal in the league meeting. As the two sides prepare to face off once again, the stakes are high for both teams looking to advance to the next round of the Nedbank Cup.

The confirmed line-ups for the match are as follows: Richards Bay FC – Mabokgwane, Mabuya, Ndaba, Dube, Mcineka, Komane, Barns, Mthembu, Miyaba, Figareido, Gumede. Subs: Manqele, Mthethwa, Mbuthuma, Makateng, Mabaso, Dlamini, Nstundwana, Mhlongo. Polokwane City – Sapunga, Nikani, Thuto, Baloyi, Mashikinya, Kambala, Goovadia, Nkaki, Mapfumo, Ramabu, Raphadu. Subs: Mokwena, Nana, Mabena, Matuludi, Maphangule, Tshabalala, Baloli, Alexander.

The fans can expect an intense showdown between Richards Bay FC and Polokwane City as they battle for a spot in the last 16 of the Nedbank Cup. Kick-off is scheduled for 18h00 at the King Zwelithini Stadium, promising an exciting clash on the field.