Match Overview
“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 nature of 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 in the 8th minute, giving Cape Town City an early lead.
However, Milford FC leveled the score just before half-time, and then took the lead within the first ten minutes of the second half. Cape Town City responded with a goal from Jaedin Rhodes in the 67th minute, restoring parity.
League Standing
Despite the draw, Cape Town City remains third in the league with 36 points from 20 outings, trailing the table-toppers by just one point. The team is keen to improve their standing as they prepare for their next match.
Cape Town City will face Highbury on March 13, 2026, in a crucial encounter that could impact their title aspirations.
Youth Cup Outcome
In other news, Antalyaspor JPM Cape Town triumphed over Cape Town City in the Mitchell’s Plain Youth Cup final, winning on penalties after a 1-1 draw in regulation time. The tournament had a total prize value of R50,000.
“This tournament is really dedicated to our late chairman,” Mookadam added, highlighting the emotional significance of the event.
Upcoming Events
Looking ahead, the Absa RUN YOUR CITY CAPE TOWN 10K is scheduled for May 10, 2026. “We are excited to celebrate Cape Town’s vibrant running community,” said Tony Liu.
Michael Meyer also noted, “Our steadfast partnership with Chery South Africa continues to enhance the event experience by rewarding participants,” indicating ongoing support for local events.
