Tembisa Juniors

January 2, 2026

Today Decides Tomorrow’s Champions at Philly’s Games

Friday, 02 January 2026 – The Day That Shapes Tomorrow

Today decides who plays for the trophy tomorrow.
But before the big crowds arrive and the pressure reaches its peak—before trophies are lifted and legends are crowned—the foundation is laid.

This morning at Philly’s Games, football was more than a game. It was dreams being built in real time.

From 10:00 AM, the U/15 Last 4 showcased hunger, grit, and heart. From 12:00 PM, the U/17 semi-finals delivered moments where talent met temperament. These are the names fans will one day chant in packed stadiums. These are the faces you’ll see on TV and proudly say:
“I saw them at the Philly’s Games first.”

Today’s Journey

One Day. Two Venues. Two Generations of Greatness

Morning: The Future – U13, U15 & U17 knockout matches
Afternoon: The Present – Senior Semi-Finals (2nd Leg) from 14:00 at Esqongweni, Tembisa

First whistle blew at 10:00 AM, and the football did not disappoint.

Full-Time Results – Youth Games

U/13

Khataza 3–0 Umlilo FC
Khataza delivered a composed performance to comfortably book their place in the final.

U/15

Khataza 1–3 Dribbling Wizards
The Dribbling Wizards showed flair and discipline to secure their spot in the final.

U/17

Dribbling Wizards 1–1 JHB Elite
JHB Elite win 4–1 on penalties
A tense encounter ended with Lebogang Hlaraka’s decisive penalty, sending JHB Elite through to the final.

Breaking News:
Today’s matches and tomorrow’s finals will be broadcast live on SABC Plus, bringing the Philly’s Games spectacle to audiences nationwide.

The Big One: Philly’s Games Final – Fill Up Mehlareng

Location: Mehlareng Stadium, Tembisa (1632)
Date: Saturday, 03 January 2026

Tickets:

General Access: R30
VIP Access: R250

Available at Computicket ( Shoprite/Checkers), Webticket ( Shoprite/Checkers), Quicket
Or online at https://phillysgames.co.za/tickets/

Gates Open: 10:00 AM