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Africa-Press – Eswatini. <\/strong><\/span>It is another mountain to climb for struggling Moneni Pirates in the upcoming MTN Premier League game.<\/b><\/p>\n

In week eight of the MTN-sponsored league, the valiant Buccaneers of Moneni will confront their long-standing nemesis, Mbabane Swallows, a team that has proven elusive since 2013. The highly anticipated clash is poised to ignite on this Sunday at the Mavuso Sports Centre, with kick-off slated for 3pm. Fresh from a heart-wrenching 1-2 defeat at the hands of Mbabane Highlanders, where they suffered their sixth setback, Pirates are resolute in their quest to turnaround their fortunes.<\/p>\n

indomitable<\/b><\/p>\n

The bitter taste of the defeats has seared Ikabort Masocha\u2019s palate, and now they must face the indomitable Caleb Ngwenya-led Swallows, a team that has remained unbeaten in the league for five consecutive matches. While Pirates yearn for their first win, the impressive red and white ensemble have their sights firmly set on dethroning the current league leaders, Green Mamba, who are at the summit of the standings with 16 points. The \u2018Birds\u2019 are two points adrift of the top spot. Another spellbinding encounter awaits as Nsingizini Hotspurs lock horns with the capital city giants, Mbabane Highlanders at the King Sobhuza II Memorial Stadium on Sunday. Both teams bask in the glory of recent crucial victories and are determined to preserve their immaculate records. A triumph for either side would launch them into the upper echelons of the league, inching them closer to the coveted E100 000 first-round prize. It is worth noting that the \u2018Black Bull\u2019 completed a double over Hotspurs in the previous season, adding an extra layer of intrigue to this showdown.<\/p>\n

beleaguered<\/b><\/p>\n

All \u2018Big three\u2019 sides will be in action on Sunday, with beleaguered Manzini Wanderers eager to return to winning ways at the expense of fellow strugglers Rangers. In yet another captivating fixture, the reigning champions, Green Mamba, shall cross paths with the unpredictable Manzini Sea Birds. The Ernest Mavuso-led side has been revelling in an awe-inspiring flawless run spanning five games and will be resolute in their mission to maintain their unwavering momentum against the enigmatic Sea Birds. Meanwhile, the MTN National First Division League enters its seventh week, with all eyes trained on the log leaders, Sisonke, to ascertain if they can sustain their scintillating form when they clash with Seven Dreams this Saturday at the Prince of Wales Sports Ground.<\/p>\n

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