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The 2026 Engen Champ of Champs saw dominant performances from teams from Gauteng, as Kaizer Chiefs and Mamelodi Sundowns Ladies claimed championship glory in the Under-18 Boys and Under-20 Girls divisions, respectively – with both sides returning to the winners’ podium after last lifting the trophy in 2024.
U18 BOYS DIVISION
Amakhosi crowned their campaign by clinching the title with a convincing 3-0 triumph over Mpumalanga-based, East High Boys Academy.
Both teams journey to the final was not straightforward, with Chiefs getting a slender 1-0 semifinal victory over resilient Antalyaspor JPM Cape Town. Meanwhile, East High, secured their spot in the final after overcoming AmaZulu F.C on penalties following a 1-1 draw.
The final, however, belonged firmly to the Soweto giants, who turned their dominance into a convincing three-goal victory.
U20 GIRLS DIVISION
Sundowns Ladies capped off a flawless tournament to reclaim the title they last held two years ago, winning all six of their tournament matches without conceding a single goal.
Banyana Ba Style set the tone for a decisive final day with a ruthless 3-0 semi-final win over Superstrikers Ladies FC, setting up a showdown against RV United—who had edged Ixias Ladies 1-0 in their last-four tie. The final ultimately proved a step too far for RV United as Masandawana wrapped up a masterclass campaign with a commanding 2-0 victory
High stakes, fierce competition and future stars were on show once again, proving why the stage is proudly known as “Where Diski Legends Start” – a vital platform for young talent to shine as they take the next steps towards their footballing futures.
BOYS’ U-18 INDIVIDUAL AWARDS
- 1v1 First Place Winner – Reabetswe Boweni (Dream Team)
- 1v1 Second Place Winner – Jordan Mack (Antalyaspor JPM)
- Goalkeeper of the Tournament – Ayaan Jacobs (Antalyaspor JPM)
- Defender of the Tournament -Tashiel Rugananan (Kaizer Chiefs)
- Midfielder of the Tournament – Lebohang Dlamini (Kaizer Chiefs)
- Striker of the Tournament – Malibongwe Mshali (Kaizer Chiefs)
- Top Goal Scorers of the Tournament:
- Shaun Els – Kaizer Chiefs
- Ompile Bokala – Tenpont United
- Lebohang Dhlamini – Kaizer Chiefs
- Tshiamo Mosana – Kaizer Chiefs
- Coach of the Tournament – Lesley Netshivembe (East High Academy Boys)
- Fairplay Team of the Tournament – EastHigh Academy
- Player of the Tournament – Malibongwe Mshali (Kaizer Chiefs)
GIRLS’ U-20 INDIVIDUAL AWARDS
- 1v1 First Place Winner – Mashego Kagiso (Sisters FC)
- 1v1 Second Place Winner – Amanda Mkhize (Toti Ladies)
- Match Official of the Tournament – Ofentse Baloyi
- Goalkeeper of the Tournament – Bilquies Salie (RV United)
- Defender of the Tournament – Sethabile Kwamwande (Mamelodi Sundowns)
- Midfielder of the Tournament – Siphesihle Magazi (Mamelodi Sundowns)
- Striker of the Tournament – Lebohang Buthane (Mamelodi Sundowns)
- Top Goal Scorer of the Tournament – Lebogang Buthane (Mamelodi Sundowns)
- Coach of the Tournament – Vuyolwethu Kayi (RV United)
- Fairplay Team of the Tournament – Ixias Ladies
- Player of the Tournament – Lebogang Buthane (Mamelodi Sundowns)
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