Stellenbosch FC might have secured a convincing 3-1 victory over Sekhukhune United, but head coach Gavin Hunt is far from satisfied. In a candid post-match assessment, the veteran tactician warned that his side is currently “not good enough” to face the league’s elite, specifically pointing to a looming clash with Orlando Pirates.
With the title race reaching a fever pitch, Hunt’s “Stellies” are set to host the Buccaneers in a fixture that could decide the destination of the Betway Premiership trophy.
The Pirates Warning: Quality vs. Composure
Despite the three points against Sekhukhune, Hunt believes his team’s defensive lapses and missed opportunities would be fatal against the high-flying Buccaneers.
“If we play like that against Pirates, they will give us six. They’ve got a lot of quality going forward. I don’t think we will have chances like that against them… I really don’t think we are good enough yet.” — Gavin Hunt
Kingmaker Status: Sundowns and Pirates Await
Gavin Hunt finds himself in a unique position to dictate the title race. Before facing Pirates, Stellenbosch must travel to Pretoria this Wednesday to face Mamelodi Sundowns.
- The Sundowns Challenge: Hunt admitted the difficulty of facing the Brazilians but promised a “fight,” hoping for a night where luck swings in favor of the Cape side.
- The Mission: Hunt is focused on “boxing clever” to return Stellenbosch to their peak form and navigate a difficult league position.
Upcoming Key Fixtures for Stellenbosch
| Date | Opponent | Competition | Venue |
| Wednesday, 22 April | Mamelodi Sundowns | Betway Premiership | Loftus Versfeld |
| Upcoming (TBC) | Orlando Pirates | Betway Premiership | Danie Craven Stadium |
