North-West University (NWU) and Orbit College are set to clash in the ABC Motsepe League Provincial Playoffs. The winner of this match will advance to the national playoffs, where they will compete for a chance to be promoted to the National First Division. This is a highly anticipated match between two strong teams.
The two teams are set to clash once again in the provincial playoffs, marking the second consecutive year of their rivalry. In the previous year's playoffs in 2022, it was the NWU who emerged victorious with a win.
Both teams have had an impressive season, finishing at the top of their respective streams in the North West regional league. NWU, based in the city of Mahikeng, has been a dominant force in Stream B this season. They finished top of their stream with 32 points, 4 points clear of their nearest rivals. On the other hand, Orbit College, from the town of Rustenburg, has had a similarly impressive season. They finished top of their stream with 37 points, winning 12 of their 14 games.
Fans are expected to turn out in large numbers to support their teams for this match, which is set to take place at Potchefstroom in the Dr. K.K. Region on the 29th April 2023. The winner of the match will advance to the next round of the playoffs, while the loser will be eliminated.
Overall, the NWU and Orbit College clash is a must-watch game for soccer fans in the North West Province. With both teams boasting talented players and a hunger for success, the match is sure to be a thrilling encounter that will keep fans on the edge of their seats.
Having won 2022`s playoff encounter between the two teams, NWU Soccer Institute manager Vuyo Sambo says last year’s win against Orbit College was great, but it’s history now.
“This year it’s a very different ball game altogether. It will be a tough and very tactical game, but the team’s spirit is high. The boys are looking forward to this encounter,” he says.
About SAFA ABC Motsepe League
The ABC Motsepe League is the second division and third overall tier of South African football. The competition features 144 teams in total, divided into nine divisions which are located within the nine geo-political provinces of South Africa.
Each provincial division comprises sixteen teams. The winner of each provincial division qualifies for the annual promotional play-offs, divided into two streams, with the winners of the two streams promoted to the National First Division.
