By Siphiwo Dlamini
MBABANE – Nsingizini Hotspurs are now just one game away from possibly making history in the 2024/25 MTN Premier League.
Week 25 delivered football at its finest, with thrilling encounters and dramatic turns that have set the stage for a breathtaking finale. Nsingizini Hotspurs rose to the occasion in the Shiselweni derby, securing a 2-1 victory over Rangers at the King Sobhuza II Memorial Stadium. This win propelled them to the top of the table with 57 points—just one ahead of close contenders Royal Leopards.
The match was a showcase of determination, with the winning goal coming in stoppage time from Neliswa “Tiger” Dlamini. Team PRO Mnotfo Dlamini celebrated the squad’s resilience and expressed heartfelt gratitude to President Derrick Shiba and the ever-spirited fans whose support continues to inspire the team.
Royal Leopards, who played to a 1-1 draw against Manzini Sea Birds, remain hot on Nsingizini’s heels with 56 points. With both teams left with just one fixture, the race to the title is more alive than ever.
Elsewhere in the league, Young Buffaloes edged out Mbabane Swallows 3-2, while Madlenya and Sidvwashini United shared the spoils in a 1-1 draw. Green Mamba and Mbabane Highlanders played to a goalless draw, and Illovo celebrated a 2-0 win over Sisonkhe. Moneni Pirates also had reason to cheer after a 2-1 victory over Ezulwini United pushed them to 41 points—marking their best tally yet and earning them a solid spot in the top five. PRO Sluga Simelane described it as a historic moment for the club.
As the season approaches its final whistle, fans across the country can look forward to an exhilarating finish. Will Nsingizini Hotspurs hold their nerve and lift the trophy? Or will Royal Leopards stage a last-minute comeback?
The answer awaits in what promises to be a thrilling conclusion to a remarkable season of football.
