Galaxy's CAF chase meets Gallants' survival fight

TS Galaxy will continue their bid for a CAF Interclub position when they go up against relegation-threatened Marumo Gallants at the Mbombela Stadium in the Betway Premiership on Sunday evening.

Kick-off is at 5:30pm CAT (SA, GMT+2)

CURRENT FORM

The Rockets’ are unbeaten in their last four league matches, with their most recent result being a 2-1 away victory against AmaZulu. The team is looking to continue their run of form against Gallants at home as they sit in fourth.

As for Marumo, the team finds themselves in a dangerous position in the Betway Premiership standings at 14th. However, they enjoyed a better result and defeated Cape Town City 1-0 away before the international break.

WHAT WAS SAID

Despite Marumo Gallants' Nedbank Cup semifinal run, their Premiership survival remains uncertain, but coach Abdeslam Ouaddou is confident he can steer them clear of relegation.

“Every game is important. We will fight until the end, and we will not throw away the weapons,” Ouaddou stated.

"We will fight to save the club until the last minute of the last game. So, we have to believe that. But I feel that we can.”

“We have tried to recover the players to be fit for the league game. The priority is to save the club and we will do our best to do that. I am optimistic that if my team keeps on playing with the fighting spirit like they did in our last match [against Durban City], we will manage to save the club,” he added.

PLAYERS TO WATCH

Keagan Dolly, TS Galaxy – The skilled midfielder has made 14 appearances this season. His creativity has elevated Galaxy’s midfield and he has become a vital part of the team as he continues to deliver quality on the pitch.

Gabadinho Mhango, Marumo Gallants – The Malawian striker will be eager to build on his five goals scored in the Betway Premiership this season as Gallants continue their quest for top-flight survival.

HEAD-TO-HEAD

ALL LEAGUE RESULTS

Season Result Scorers

2021/22 Gallants 3-1 Galaxy Nonyane, Kumalo, Koapeng; Lekay

2021/22 Galaxy 0-0 Gallants

2022/23 Galaxy 0-1 Gallants Dion

2022/23 Gallants 0-0 Galaxy

2024/25 Gallants 1-1 Galaxy Dhludhlu; Kabini