Watch VideoEric Tinkler warns Sekhukhune United to expect ‘crazy things’ in battle for third place

Sekhukhune United coach Eric Tinkler expects a tough run-in as his side pushes for a top-three finish and Caf Confederation Cup qualification. Sekhukhune Unitedcoach Eric Tinkler is bracing for a demanding end to the season as his side continues their pursuit of a top-three finish and qualification for the CAF Confederation Cup. Babina Noko will return to action againstGolden Arrowsat the King Zwelithini Stadium on Sunday (kick-off 3.30pm), in what is shaping up to be a crucial encounter for both sides as they look to strengthen their respective positions on the table.

Both teams head into the clash on the back of frustrating draws, results that have done little to ease the pressure in their respective battles. Sekhukhune were unable to make the most of an early advantage in their push to solidify third place, whileArrows also let a lead slip in their recent outing against Stellenbosch FC. Despite that setback, the point was enough to keep the Durban side in the top eight.

With plenty at stake, the match is expected to be closely contested, and following their goalless draw against neighbours Polokwane City, Tinkler took the clean sheet as a positive from that encounter. “The urgency wouldn’t change even if we won and collected three points,” Tinkler said.“What is more important is that we keep clean sheets, which we did again, and we had chances to win that game.” “The urgency wouldn’t change even if we won and collected three points,” Tinkler said. “What is more important is that we keep clean sheets, which we did again, and we had chances to win that game.”