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The Herald
22-05-2025
- Sport
- The Herald
Stakes high in clash between Sundowns and Pyramids
They also focus on the Confederation Cup final where Simba FC of Tanzania, coached by South African Fadlu Davids, will be out to overturn a 2-0 deficit from the first leg. Another area of discussion is the intriguing battles going into the final round of the season as it has not been decided who will finish third between Stellenbosch and Sekhukhune United. The other interesting battle is who is going to make it to the top eight between AmaZulu, Polokwane City, Chippa United, Kaizer Chiefs, Marumo Gallants, Richards Bay and Magesi FC. At the bottom of the log, it will be decided on Saturday who will be dropped to the relegation play-offs between Cape Town City, SuperSport United and Golden Arrows.


BBC News
14-05-2025
- Sport
- BBC News
Murray keen to get 'job done' & secure survival against County
Simon Murray says he has "loved" being back at Dundee this season, but appreciates the magnitude of their last two league Dens Park side are two points above Ross County in the relegation play-off spot and five above bottom club St Johnstone, who they face on the final day.A win over Ross County on Wednesday would guarantee their top-flight status for another season and Murray - who has 22 goals in all competitions - is determined to finish on a high."Obviously it's not ideal where we are in the league, but I've absolutely loved it," Murray said."Obviously coming back, we all want to be as high up as the table as we can, but sometimes football's not like that for one thing or another."The most important thing is that you don't give up. You just keep fighting until the end."Obviously the stability for us is making sure we're in the top flight consistently. Obviously last season was great, but on a personal level, I love being back home. I feel like I've had a good season."But the job's not done. I'm just looking forward to making sure the job is done and enjoying a little break."