Day 2 of the 2025 Engen Knockout Challenge Cape Town leg at Erica Sports Grounds delivered a thrilling quarterfinal round, with Cape Town Roses continuing their title defence, while Valhalla United ended Stellenbosch FC’s long-standing dominance in the boys’ division.
Cape Town Roses advanced to the semi-finals after a commanding 5–1 win over RV United. Having topped their group, the defending champions carried that momentum into the knockout stages with another structured and confident performance.
In the boys’ division, Valhalla United edged Stellenbosch FC 1–0 in a tightly contested encounter. The result was significant not only did it eliminate the two-time champions, but it also marked the first time Stellenbosch FC have conceded a goal in the Engen Knockout Challenge in three years. Valhalla’s rise underscores the vital role that platforms like the Engen Knockout Challenge play in identifying and developing emerging football talent in Cape Town.
Valhalla secured second place in their group with a 2–0 win over City Town, setting up their quarterfinal clash with Stellenbosch. Their journey to the semi-finals adds further proof of the depth and competitiveness coming through Cape Town’s grassroots system.
While Stellenbosch FC bow out of the competition, their defensive record and consistency across multiple editions have set a standard in this tournament. Their exit also signals a shift, as a new generation of clubs like Valhalla United begin to emerge and make their mark.
With the semi-final lineup confirmed, anticipation is building for what promises to be an exciting final day in Cape Town. The remaining teams are not only playing for the title they’re competing for the chance to represent the Western Cape at Engen Champ of Camps in October.
Fixtures are now live on the Engen Sports website :
https://engensports.co.za
