Richards Bay FC host Royal AM in the South African Premier Division, round 18 at Umhlathuze Sports Stadium, Richards Bay (8,000 capacity).

Royal AM won 0, drew 1 and lost 4 of their previous 5 matches (L–L–D–L–L), scoring 6 and conceding 11.

The two sides have met 7 times: Richards Bay FC 1 win, Royal AM 4, 2 draws.