Polokwane City vs Durban City: Lineups, Live Scores 26/08/2025
Get to see starting lineup for Polokwane City vs Durban City along with our live score match events updates.
Polokwane City welcome Durban City in a crucial Premier League of South Africa encounter on Tuesday, 26 August 2025, with kick-off set for 20:30 local time. Both teams arrive in contrasting form: Polokwane City desperate to end their winless run, while Durban City ride the momentum of an impressive winning streak.
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Predicted Polokwane City vs Durban City Lineups
Polokwane City (Predicted Starting lineup)
- Brian Bwire (GK); Lebohang Nkaki, Sabelo Motsa, Mpho Mvundlela, Surprise Manthosi; Manuel Kambala, Ndamulelo Maphangule, Bonginkosi Dlamini; Thato Reabetswe Letshedi, Mokibelo Ramabu, Sibusiso Tshabalala.
Durban City (Predicted XI)
- Darren Keet (GK); Liam de Kock, Mfanafuthi Mkhize, Siphamandla Ncanana, Katlego Maphathe; Haashim Domingo, Athini Jodwana, Kyle Jurgens; Bokang Mokwena, Samkelo Maseko, Jean Lwamba.
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Match Preview
Polokwane City enter this fixture under pressure after their defeat to Kaizer Chiefs, extending their barren run to nine matches without a victory. Their biggest concern is in attack — the side has failed to score in their last five outings, a statistic that highlights their urgent need for a clinical edge. Before this clash, they meet Siwelele, a match that could influence their rhythm and confidence ahead of facing an in-form Durban City.
Durban City, managed by Gavin Hunt, are enjoying a positive spell. Having secured four consecutive wins against Chippa United, TS Galaxy, Cape Town Spurs, and Black Leopards, they have also impressed defensively, keeping three clean sheets in a row. Before locking horns with Polokwane City, they face Golden Arrows Durban, another test that could further build their momentum.
This fixture sets up an intriguing battle between a side searching for goals and another thriving on consistency and defensive resilience.
Players to Watch
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Polokwane City: Much depends on Sibusiso Tshabalala and Bonginkosi Dlamini to break their scoring drought, while midfielder Manuel Kambala will be crucial in controlling the tempo.
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Durban City: Forward Samkelo Maseko has been their standout scorer in the Premier League with one goal so far, supported by Mfanafuthi Mkhize. Creative spark Haashim Domingo remains their top assist provider, pulling the strings in midfield.
Recent Form
| Team | Last 5 Matches | Record |
|---|---|---|
| Polokwane City | L – L – D – L – L | 0 Wins, 2 Draws, 3 Losses |
| Durban City | W – W – W – W – L | 4 Wins, 0 Draws, 1 Loss |
Polokwane City’s struggles highlight their need for a turnaround, while Durban City’s consistency makes them favorites coming into this clash.
Match Outlook
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Polokwane City Key Challenge: Breaking their scoring drought and tightening up defensively.
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Durban City Strength: Formidable defense paired with attacking contributions from Maseko and Domingo.
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Prediction: With their defensive stability and attacking sharpness, Durban City hold the upper hand, though Polokwane City will aim to use home advantage to end their poor run.
