NWU continue their chase for a semi-final spot in clash against DUT

Momentum is building and the stakes could not be higher. Following their hard-fought 1-0 victory over TUT Men’s Football on home soil, NWU Men’s Football head into their next fixture determined to carry that winning spirit forward as they continue their push to keep their semi-final hopes alive.

NWU will look to keep their semi-final hopes alive when they take on DUT Men’s Football in a crucial match at Harry Gwala Stadium on Thursday.

Their last win came at the right time, boosting the team’s confidence and momentum as they head into their last important games. With momentum on their side, the coach will look to keep confidence high and collect maximum points.

“It’s a win that came at a right time. I credit all to the character of the boys showed on the day-we need to build on it,” said head coach Nkululeko Malgas.

“For us being runners-up last year, expectations have always been there. The last two fixtures are very important, as the results give ideas or shape the next round of knockouts. It’s currently very tight because we haven’t won two to three matches consecutively.”

NWU’s lack of goals has been a growing concern, with the side managing to find the back of the net only three times in their opening five matches. On the defensive end, however, they have shown resilience, keeping three clean sheets and conceding just two goals, highlighting their solidity at the back despite their struggles in front of goal.

“That’s the sad part about football - you will never be sure because the execution depends on the moment. If you were to ask me what I need more between goals and points, I would take the latter,” he said.

“DUT will be the most difficult opponent because they have been building ever since match day one. I wish we could have played them earlier, if you have been following them, they have been slowly improving-their last match against UJ can attest.”

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By: Phenyo Mokgothu