MBABANE – The 2025-26 Ingwenyama Cup Last 16 draw has produced a string of high-profile fixtures, with Mbabane Highlanders set to renew their rivalry with Nsingizini Hotspurs in what is expected to be one of the standout matches of the round.
The draw, conducted ahead of matches scheduled for this coming weekend, brings together top flight heavyweights and ambitious lower division sides in the kingdom’s premier knockout competition. Full fixtures are expected to be released in due course.
Highlanders will be seeking redemption after their last meeting with Nsingizini Hotspurs at King Sobhuza Stadium in the MTN Premier League of Eswatini 2025 26 season, where the Shiselweni based outfit secured a 4 2 victory over the Black Bull. That result still lingers, setting the stage for a fiercely contested cup tie as both sides chase a place in the quarterfinals.
Another fixture drawing attention is the forces derby between Royal Leopards and Green Mamba. The two security linked institutions will battle not only for progression but also for pride, in a contest expected to test both tactical discipline and squad depth.
Elsewhere, Young Buffaloes will take on Sisonkhe FC, while Mbabane Swallows are set to face Moneni Pirates. Manzini Sea Birds have been paired against Ezulwini United, and Amawele FC will square off with Tamshana in another intriguing clash.
Ubombo Sugar are drawn against Malanti Chiefs, while Madlenya FC will meet Jesi Gobana. Rangers FC and Msumpe Manchester are also among the clubs preparing for action as they look to seize their opportunity on the national stage.
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