With the Motsepe Foundation Championship heading into its decisive stretch, every point now carries added weight as teams enter the final three rounds of the season.
Thohoyandou Stadium is expected to be the focal point on Sunday afternoon when Venda Football Club (VFC) host Leicesterford City in a crucial league clash. The two sides played to a goalless draw in the first-round encounter.
VFC head coach Clinton Larsen said his side is determined to restore pride and reward supporters after a narrow 1-0 defeat to Midlands Wanderers at the Princess Magogo Stadium in Durban last Sunday. He added that his target is to win all three remaining matches and finish the season in a respectable position.
He revealed that top scorer Tau Rankoko, who missed last Sunday’s match due to injury, will be available for selection on Sunday. If fit, Rankoko is expected to combine with Tshepo Mofokeng and Anathi Ngwadla in attack.
VFC, also known as Maunavhathu, are in ninth position with 33 points, while City are one point ahead.
Black Leopards will be away to Kruger United at the Kanyamazane Stadium outside Mbombela on Saturday. Cape Town City will host Gomora United at the Athlone Stadium in Cape Town.
Cape Town City are in contention for a promotional playoff spot, while Gomora United are among the teams fighting for survival.
Other fixtures are Casric Stars vs Baroka FC, University of Pretoria vs Lerumo Lions, Milford FC vs The Bees, Hungry Lions vs Upington City and Highbury vs Midlands Wanderers.