2 : 3
  • 18 May 2025, Black Leopards vs University of Pretoria FC, 2-1, Lose
  • 11 May 2025, University of Pretoria FC vs Upington City FC, 0-2, Lose
  • 02 May 2025, Cape Town Spurs vs University of Pretoria FC, 0-1, Win
  • 26 April 2025, Leruma United FC vs University of Pretoria FC, 1-1, Draw
  • 22 April 2025, University of Pretoria FC vs Casric Stars FC, 2-1, Win
University of Pretoria FC
Home
  • 18 May 2025, Kruger United FC vs Venda FA, 2-2, Draw
  • 11 May 2025, Highbury FC vs Kruger United FC, 1-0, Lose
  • 03 May 2025, Kruger United FC vs Leruma United FC, 1-0, Win
  • 27 April 2025, Orbit College FC vs Kruger United FC, 3-0, Lose
  • 18 April 2025, JDR Stars vs Kruger United FC, 0-0, Draw
Kruger United FC
Away
National First Division
National First Division, South Africa

The University of Pretoria FC narrowly lost to Kruger United FC in a tightly contested match ending 2-3. The game began explosively, with Kruger United seizing control early, scoring two goals within the first 20 minutes. These early goals established a foundation that saw them dictate play despite the fiercely competitive nature of the match. The crucial early goals created an uphill battle for the University of Pretoria, highlighting Kruger's offensive efficiency.

In terms of discipline, the match was heated with a total of seven yellow cards distributed between both teams. The visitors, Kruger United, saw a red card in the second half, forcing them to play with ten men. Despite the numerical disadvantage, their defensive resolve remained intact, emphasizing their gritty teamwork and strategic discipline. While this could have been a turning point for the home side, the University of Pretoria could only manage to draw level before conceding the winning goal to Kruger United later in the second half.

University of Pretoria FC had more corner kicks, totaling eight to Kruger United's five. However, their inability to capitalize on these set pieces marked a missed opportunity to take control of the game. Kruger’s defensive organization was commendable, successfully neutralizing these threats. The solo offside attributed to the home team suggested that Kruger United maintained effective defensive positioning, limiting Pretoria’s offensive breakaways.

Despite this, Pretoria showcased resilience with a second-half comeback, fighting back to a brief 2-2 parity. This comeback was powered by tactical substitutions that refreshed the home team's attacking options, reflecting effective in-game management. Ultimately, the decisive factor was Kruger United's ability to exploit their chances when it mattered most, demonstrated by clinching the late winner to secure the match. The visitors' clinical finishing, coupled with steady defensive teamwork, was instrumental in their narrow victory.

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Form Guide

Lose2-1Black Leopards vs University of Pretoria FC
Lose0-2University of Pretoria FC vs Upington City FC
Win0-1Cape Town Spurs vs University of Pretoria FC
Draw1-1Leruma United FC vs University of Pretoria FC
Win2-1University of Pretoria FC vs Casric Stars FC
PLAYED
5
WINS
2
GOALS
5:6
GOALS / MATCH
1
  • University of Pretoria FC has two wins in its last five matches with a goal difference of 5:6, scoring 1 goals average
Draw2-2Kruger United FC vs Venda FA
Lose1-0Highbury FC vs Kruger United FC
Win1-0Kruger United FC vs Leruma United FC
Lose3-0Orbit College FC vs Kruger United FC
Draw0-0JDR Stars vs Kruger United FC
PLAYED
5
WINS
1
GOALS
3:6
GOALS / MATCH
0.6
  • Kruger United FC has won only one out of its last five matches with a goal difference of 3:6, scoring 0.6 goals average

University of Pretoria FC H2H Kruger United FC

Home gameUniversity of Pretoria FC23Kruger United FCAway gameNational First Division
Away gameUniversity of Pretoria FC02Kruger United FCHome gameNational First Division
PLAYED
2
WINS
0
GOALS
2:5
GOALS / MATCH
1.00
  • University of Pretoria FC lost twice in head-to-head matches
  • Teams played two times head-to-head in the current season with the goals score 2:5; average goals per match – 1.00
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