By Ntokozo Magongo
MBABANE – The much-anticipated Ingwenyama Cup last 16 matches will feature thrilling double headers this weekend. On Sunday, the action will kick off with Ezulwini United taking on Red Rhinos at 1:30 PM, followed by CK Survivors facing Mbabane Swallows at 4 PM at the Mavuso Sports Centre.
The highlight of the weekend is the forces derby between defending champions Green Mamba and Royal Leopard, set for Saturday at Mayaluka Stadium, with a 3:30 PM kick-off. Earlier at the same venue, Illovo will play against Sisonkhe at 1 PM.
Saturday’s schedule also includes a double header at the King Sobhuza II Memorial Stadium, where Nkwene Sundowns will host Manzini Sea Birds at 1 PM, followed by Rangers clashing with Moneni Pirates at 3:30 PM.
The only single-header games will be held at different venues. Pigg’s Peak Rangers will go up against Young Buffaloes at the Mkhuzweni Technical Centre, while Lozitha Spurs will host Madlenya at Manzini Club. Both matches are scheduled for 3 PM.
The fixtures were officially released by Premier League of Eswatini (PLE) CEO Pat Vilakati. Supporters will pay E50 for double-header matches, while single-header games will cost E30.
Full Fixtures:
Saturday, January 25, 2025
Mayaluka Stadium:
Illovo vs. Sisonkhe – 1 PM
Green Mamba vs. Royal Leopard – 3:30 PM
Mkhuzweni Technical Centre:
Pigg’s Peak Rangers vs. Young Buffaloes – 3 PM
Manzini Club:
Lozitha Spurs vs. Madlenya – 3 PM
King Sobhuza II Memorial Stadium:
Nkwene Sundowns vs. Manzini Sea Birds – 1 PM
Rangers vs. Moneni Pirates – 3:30 PM
Sunday, January 26, 2025
Mavuso Sports Centre:
Ezulwini United vs. Red Rhinos – 1:30 PM
CK Survivors vs. Mbabane Swallows – 4 PM
Fans can expect a weekend filled with exciting football action as teams battle it out for a place in the next round of the prestigious competition.
