Jabulile Gxakoshe of Milford during the KZN Premiers Cup 2026 match against Lamontville Golden Arrows at Sugar Ray Xulu Stadium on Saturday.
Milford FC's dream introduction to top flight football could hardly have begun in a better fashion after the newly promoted side secured a hard fought 1-0 victory over Lamontville Golden Arrows in their opening Premier's Cup fixture.
While it may only have been a pre-season encounter, the confidence gained from the win carries far greater significance for a club preparing for its maiden Betway Premiership campaign.
It was Milford's first opportunity to test themselves against established PSL opposition since their promotion, and they passed that examination with confidence.
The victory will provide a timely boost for coach Dr Xanti Pupuma, who has repeatedly stressed that his side will remain faithful to their possession based philosophy despite stepping up into South Africa's elite division.
