Africa-Press – Eswatini. Royal Leopard continue to lead the MTN Premier League table with 55 points, narrowly ahead by one point from their closest rivals, Nsingizini Hotspurs, who have 54 points. In a gripping encounter, Royal Leopard secured a hard-fought 3-2 win, with goals from Thokozani, Felix, and Junior proving decisive in clinching the full three points.
This morning, Frank Hurube, the longest-serving Public Relations Officer and current CEO of Royal Leopard for 23 years, expressed satisfaction with the outcome of the match. Speaking on the Morning Sport show, Hurube joked that he was also pleased with the results of the Mbabane Highlanders versus Nsingizini game, as it worked to Royal Leopard’s advantage.
Hurube described the match against Madlenya as very challenging, echoing his comments from last Friday’s sport show where he had identified Madlenya as their toughest opponent. He emphasized that to remain in the title race, Royal Leopard must fight for maximum points in every game.
Looking ahead, Hurube acknowledged the difficulty of upcoming fixtures against Manzini Sea Birds and Green Mamba but stressed the team’s unity and determination to maintain their top position in the league. He said the club aims to finish the season in a comfortable position to claim the MTN Premier League title.
In addition to discussing on-field matters, Hurube called on fans to rally behind the players and issued a strong warning against violent behavior in football. He urged supporters and clubs to reject violence, emphasizing that such acts are contrary to the spirit of football and what the sport promotes.
Royal Leopard’s current position at the Mtn Premier League shows their consistent performance this season, with the narrow one-point lead over Nsingizini setting up an exciting climax to the title race. With key players like Thokozani, Felix, and Junior delivering crucial goals, the club is poised to fight fiercely in the remaining matches to secure the championship.
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