NWU Eagles gearing up for tough assignment against Tuks in Varsity Football round 3

NWU Men’s Football will put itself to the test against one of Varsity Football’s leading top four contenders when they host UP-Tuks in a highly anticipated Round 3 clash of this year’s campaign.

Fresh from a 1–0 home victory over the CUT, NWU head into the clash with confidence but also with the awareness that the level of competition is about to rise.

Coach Nkululeko Malgas says his team’s identity will remain unchanged despite the challenge ahead.

“We don’t normally change our ways. We listen to what the match is saying and respond during the match. We know how we play, they know how we play, but it’s up to them how they are going to plan,” said Malgas.

“We work more as a group, and goals should come from across the squad.”

For the captain, scoring the decisive winner in the previous match was an unforgettable and deeply special moment. 

“Scoring the winning goal against CUT was an incredible moment for me and my teammates. As the captain, I must set the tone with my performance,” he said.

Looking ahead to Tuks, he acknowledged the weight of the contest.

“We know they are a very strong team with a great reputation, so the pressure is there. But the guys are in a positive mood, we understand the challenges ahead of this fixture, and we are motivated and prepared to give our best on the field to get great results for our fans,” he added.

 “With our own NWU fans, it’s like having an extra player on the field cheering us on. Sometimes, top performance is what pleases the supporters besides the goals scored. I am happy as long as the last column on the log moves.”

As NWU gears up for what is expected to be one of their toughest assignments of the season, the highly anticipated contest against Tuks presents a golden opportunity for the side to showcase their quality, resilience, and determination, while also proving that they have what it takes to compete among the elite teams in this year’s competition.

Fixtures: HERE  

Tickets: HERE.

By: Phenyo Mokgothu