The road to the 2026 Engen Knockout Challenge is officially underway following the successful conclusion of the eThekwini regional qualifiers held in partnership with SAFA eThekwini.
Following a highly competitive qualifying campaign, 24 teams have now secured their place in the 2026 Engen Knockout Challenge eThekwini leg of the tournament, where they will have the opportunity to showcase their talent on one of the country’s leading youth football platforms.
The qualified teams will compete across the Boys’ U-18 and Girls’ U-20 divisions, reaffirming the tournament’s commitment to developing the next generation of South African football talent.
Engen Knockout Challenge eThekwini qualified teams:
Girls’ U-20 Division
Durban Ladies FC, Adams Academy FC, DUT FC, Ezemvelo FC, Heroes FC, Lindela Ladies FC, Sharks Academy FC, Sports Village FC, Sunflower Ladies FC, TB Stars FC, Toti Ladies FC, KwaMashu Sisters FC
Boys’ U-18 Division
AmaZulu FC, Durban City FC, Empire United FC, eThekwini City Styles FC, Future Stars FC, Kusekhaya Academy FC, KZN Academy FC, Midlands Wanderers FC, Rovers United FC, Senzokuhle FC, Trouble Tigers FC, Umkhanyakude Football Academy
Attention now shifts to the highly anticipated eThekwini leg of the Engen Knockout Challenge set to take in Durban between 11 -12 July 2026.
