NELSON MANDELA BAY STADIUM TO HOST HIGHBURY FC’S HISTORIC NEDBANK CUP LAST 32 FIXTURE

Highbury FC will face Sekhukhune FC for the very first time in the Nedbank Cup Last 32 at the Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium on Saturday, 7 February 2026. Kick off is at 15h00.
This match is a milestone for local football as a homegrown club steps onto one of South Africa’s top stages.
The Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium team has been hard at work behind the scenes preparing the pitch, checking compliance, and ensuring everything meets PSL standards, including all necessary operational and safety checks ahead of the fixture. Standard daytime security protocols will be in place and adhered to, with all relevant stakeholders aligned to ensure a safe and well-managed match-day experience.
Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium Executive, Mr. Raaziq Poole, emphasised the importance of supporting local teams and creating platforms for their growth. “Hosting Highbury FC at the Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium is a proud moment for us and for the city,” he says. “It reflects our commitment to nurturing local talent and growing football in the region. We believe strongly in supporting our local clubs and providing them with access to world-class facilities. We’re committed to nurturing local talent and growing football in the region.”

Highbury FC Chairman Cameron Klopper also expressed excitement and gratitude for the opportunity. “This is a historic moment for Highbury FC. Playing our first official match at the Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium is a dream come true for the club, our players, and our supporters. We could have played at any stadium, but the Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium ticked all our boxes.” He expressed appreciation for the support received from Stadium management, and all stakeholder who worked to make this possible, adding that the team is “ready to rise to the occasion.”
• Nedbank Cup Last 32
• Highbury VS Sekhukhune: Nedbank Cup
• Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium
• 7 February 2026
• 15:00pm
• R50 All Ages Buy from Open Tickets and Computicket stands at Shoprite & Checkers
• Ticket Link: https://url-shortener.me/APW2

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