Exciting Match at Athlone Stadium
“Competing against PSL and First Division-linked teams was a big challenge, but the boys were excited about it,” said Shahiem Mookadam, reflecting on the competitive spirit displayed during the match.
Cape Town City played to a 2-2 draw with Milford FC at Athlone Stadium on March 10, 2026. Emile Witbooi opened the scoring for Cape Town City in the 8th minute, giving the home fans early hope.
However, Milford FC responded just before half-time, leveling the score and shifting the momentum. The visitors took the lead shortly after the break, putting Cape Town City in a challenging position.
In a determined effort, Jaedin Rhodes restored parity for Cape Town City in the 67th minute, ensuring that the match ended in a draw. This result keeps Cape Town City in third place in the league with 36 points from 20 outings, trailing the table-toppers by just one point.
Looking ahead, Cape Town City is set to face Highbury on March 13, 2026, as they continue their pursuit of the league title.
Mitchell’s Plain Youth Cup
In other news, Cape Town City recently faced Antalyaspor JPM Cape Town in the Mitchell’s Plain Youth Cup final, where they were narrowly defeated on penalties after a 1-3 scoreline in regular play. The tournament, which had a total prize value of R50,000, was dedicated to the memory of the late chairman, as noted by Mookadam.
“This tournament is really dedicated to our late chairman,” Mookadam added, emphasizing the significance of the event for the club.
Upcoming Events
Additionally, the Absa RUN YOUR CITY CAPE TOWN 10K is scheduled for May 10, 2026, where participants will have the chance to win a Chery vehicle valued at R279,900, as highlighted by Michael Meyer.
“We are excited to celebrate Cape Town’s vibrant running community,” Meyer stated, underlining the event’s importance in promoting local engagement.
