ZAIn a closely contested pre-season football match, Richards Bay defeated Durban City 5-4 in a penalty shootout after the teams drew 1-1. Richards Bay took an early lead through Moses Mthembu but allowed Durban City to equalize via an own goal. Both teams failed to break the deadlock in regular time, leading to a tense shootout where Richards Bay secured their place in the next round of the 2026 KZN Premier's Cup. The result gives Richards Bay a psychological advantage ahead of the league season, particularly against their local rivals. Meanwhile, newly promoted Milford FC also advanced by beating Golden Arrows 1-0.
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