ABC MOTSEPE PLAYOFFS: Hosts NWU start with a win

The North West University started their ABC Motsepe League national promotion playoffs with a 1-0 win against Mpumalanga side Bayern during a Group C match at the University Grounds in Potchefstroom on Wednesday.

The hosts have set up what will be an interesting group stage finale with three spots still up for grabs.

The win sees them lead their Group followed by Summerfield Dynamos who can qualify for the semifinals if they win their encounter on Thursday.

In Group B Zizwe lead the group with three points and will take on Gauteng Champions La Masia on Thursday to determine who goes through to the knockout round.

Magesi have also but secured their position in the semifinals and it will be up to Spear of the Nation who play Real Madrid on Thursday to follow suit if they win their encounter.

By Ofhani Munyai at North West University in Potchefstroom.