Gauteng’s young footballers brought flair, passion, and undeniable skill to the pitch as the 2025 Engen Knockout Challenge provincial qualifiers officially wrapped up this past weekend. Hosted over two thrilling rounds at Wits Marks Park Sports Grounds from 13–14 June and 20–22 June the qualifiers delivered high-intensity action, showing that for these players, this was their moment.
Across both weekends, the atmosphere was electric as boys’ and girls’ teams stepped up with heart, hunger, and the kind of creativity that defines diski culture. Every match was a statement a showcase of the raw talent and dedication driving South Africa’s youth football forward.
Now that the qualifiers have concluded, attention shifts to the much-anticipated media draw taking place on Tuesday, 15 July at Wits Sturrock Park. This event will reveal the official playoff fixtures, setting the tone for the next exciting chapter in the journey toward provincial and national glory.
The Engen Knockout Challenge continues to be more than a tournament it’s a launchpad for future legends. It’s where dreams are chased, talent is celebrated, and the spirit of diski lives loud.
Engen congratulates all the teams that have qualified and looks forward to the next stage of action in the Gauteng playoff round. The road to greatness continues, and it all kicks off with the draw on 15 July.
| 2025 ENGEN KNOCKOUT CHALLENGE TEAMS | |
| BOYS | GIRLS |
| SuperSport United | Mamelodi Sundowns FC |
| Orlando Pirates | TS Galaxy |
| Kazier Chiefs | The University of Pretoria |
| Mamelodi Sundowns | The University of Johannesburg |
| TS Galaxy | Wits University |
| Wits University | Diepkloof Ladies |
| Randburg AFC | Joburg United Ladies |
| Kathorous Hyper Academy | Randburg FC |
| Florida Albion | Thembalethu FC |
| Highland Park FC | Kempton Park Ladies |
| The University of Pretoria | SAFA Academy |
| Augusto Palacios Apprentice Academy | Panorama Ladies |
| SAFA Transnet School of Excellence | Future Stars Ladies |
| Joburg City FC | Mito Stars Ladies |
| Panaroma FC | FC Raycon |
| Remember Elite Sports Academy | Blue Birds Ladies |