MBABANE, Eswatini (Interstat) — Young Buffaloes will host Ezulwini United on Saturday in a Premier League of Eswatini matchup that could have implications for both ends of the table.

The game is scheduled for May 23, 2026.

Young Buffaloes enter the contest after a 1-0 loss to Amawele on May 5. That defeat ended a two-match unbeaten run for Buffaloes, who had beaten Mbabane Swallows 1-0 on May 1 after a 1-1 draw with Nsingizini Hotspurs on April 22. Earlier this season, Buffaloes (10-8-4 in their last 22 league games, based on provided results) have shown inconsistency: a 4-0 win over Manzini Wanderers on Jan. 20, but also a 3-0 loss to Manzini Sea Birds on April 8 and a 3-2 defeat to Rangers on Feb. 28.

Ezulwini United, the visiting side, arrives in strong form. They are unbeaten in their last three matches: a 1-0 win over Nsingizini Hotspurs on April 27, a 3-0 victory over Manzini Wanderers on May 7, and a 0-0 draw with Tabankulu Celtics on May 14. That draw extended an unbeaten stretch to three games after a 3-2 loss to Manzini Sea Birds on April 22. Overall, Ezulwini (11-7-5 in provided results) has struggled away from home, with losses to Highlanders (3-2) and Green Mamba (2-0) in recent road trips.

The teams met most recently on Nov. 30, 2025, when Ezulwini United won 1-0 at home. That result extended Ezulwini’s head-to-head edge: Buffaloes have not beaten Ezulwini in their last three meetings, according to available data.

Interstat’s game simulator projects a 2-0 victory for Young Buffaloes.

Buffaloes will rely on a defense that has kept four clean sheets in their last six matches, including a 3-0 win over Tabankulu Celtics on March 14. However, scoring has been a concern: they have been held scoreless in three of their last seven games.

Ezulwini, meanwhile, has been stingy at the back, allowing just one goal in their last three matches. Their attack, led by a midfield that created chances in the 3-0 win over Manzini Wanderers, will test the Buffaloes back line.

Kickoff is set for 3 p.m. local time at Mavuso Sports Centre.