Allandale Young Boys FC Crowned overall champions of Mthunzi O Muhle Soccer League

By: Adam Sibuyi

Allandale Young Boys Football Club secured the championship on Sunday, 19 July 2026, defeating Arsenal FC 2-0 in the final of Mthunzi O Muhle Soccer League under Thulamahashe Football Association 2025/6 season at Thulamahashe Old Stadium.

President of Mthunzi O Muhle Soccer League Mr Adam Sibuyi presented the championship trophy to the victorious Allandale Young Boys squad following the closely contested final. The match was attended by the SAFA regional officials and football supporters.

The final attracted a large crowd, with supporters from All brothers FC, Sunshine FC, Arsenal FC and Allandale Young Boys FC, filling the venue. Fans displayed regional colours throughout the match, creating a lively atmosphere as both teams exchanged attacking opportunities before Allandale Young Boys FC secured the decisive goals to claim the title.

Speaking during the trophy presentation, President Adam Sibuyi congratulated the players, coaching staff and supporters, describing the tournament as an important platform for strengthening unity, youth participation and sporting excellence across the Bushbuckridge Region. Regional officials also praised both finalists for demonstrating discipline and competitive spirit throughout the championship.

"The tournament continues to serve as an opportunity to bring together young people from across the region through sport and mutual respect," a regional sports official said during the closing ceremony.

One of the supporters who attended the final said that the atmosphere reflected the significance of the competition for communities across the region. "People travelled from different villages to support their teams and the final showed how football can unite communities despite the rivalry on the pitch," the spectator said.

The Mthunzi O Muhle Soccer League competition is intended to promote youth development, encourage healthy competition and strengthen social cohesion through organised sport.

Regional authorities said the games remain an important investment in youth engagement and grassroots sports development, supporting broader efforts to identify promising athletes and strengthen football across the Bushbuckridge Region.