Stellenbosch FC head coach Steve Barker has highlighted the importance of Sunday’s match against Sekhukhune United in the race to secure continental qualification.

Stellenbosch have traveled to Polokwane where they will face Sekhukhune United in the Betway Premiership in a match that could have major ramifications in both clubs’ bid to qualify for the CAF Confederation Cup.

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The hosts currently occupy the coveted third position in the league standings—which is required for continental qualification at the end of the season—ahead of fourth-placed Stellies which makes Sunday’s clash a proverbial six-pointer.

“The match against Sekhukhune United is a massive game for us in the context of the log standings,” Barker said.

“Our ambition is to once again qualify for continental football and finishing in the top three positions is essential for us in that regard. Sekhukhune, I believe, will have the same ambitions so it’s important for us to get maximum points against them.

“It will be a difficult encounter, but it’s one that we are well prepared for.”

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The Betway Premiership match between Stellenbosch FC and Sekhukhune United is scheduled to kick off at 17h45 at New Peter Mokaba Stadium in Polokwane and will be broadcast live on SuperSport PSL (channel 202).