Watch VideoStellenbosch FC eye continued revival under Hunt against AmaZulu

STELLENBOSCH FC host AmaZulu FC at the Danie Craven Stadium on Friday night and they will be looking to build on their big win against Kaizer Chiefs on Tuesday. Stellenbosch FCwill be aiming to extend their unbeaten run in the Betway Premiership under head coach Gavin Hunt when they hostAmaZulu FCat Danie Craven Stadium on Friday evening (7.30 kick-off). Hunt has collected seven points from a possible nine since replacing Steve Barker earlier this season, guiding the club into a more comfortable 11th position on the table and away from immediate relegation danger.

With momentum beginning to build, Hunt and his charges will be eager to capitalise and continue their upward trajectory. Following two impressive seasons that included a historic continental campaign and the club’s maiden top-flight trophy, expectations were understandably high at the start of the current campaign. However, the early stages of the season did not unfold as planned.

A steady rebuilding process, driven by Hunt’s experience, has started to bear fruit. Nothing underlined that progress more than theirrecent victory over Kaizer Chiefson their home turf — a result that not only boosted confidence but also reaffirmed belief within the squad at a crucial stage of the season. Although missing out on the CAF Confederation Cup after reaching the semi-finals last term was a disappointment, along with their recent Nedbank Cup exit, those setbacks may ultimately benefit their league ambitions.

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With fewer distractions, Stellenbosch can now focus fully on securing a strong finish in the Premiership. They face an AmaZulu side that has impressed among the mid-table contenders this season. Despite suffering a narrow 1-0 defeat to Mamelodi Sundowns on Tuesday, Usuthu remain firmly in the hunt for a top-four finish and will be determined to respond positively.

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