Budaörs vs Szekszárd - NB III - Southwest

When Budaörs and Szekszárd clash at the home ground on September 19, 2026, the stakes extend well beyond a single result — this is a NB III - Southwest fixture that carries real weight for both clubs. That coronation came from City's £116m summer signing Elliot Anderson - and has been hotly debated in the build-up to the Manchester derby Super Sunday showdown at Old Trafford, which you can watch live on Sky Sports.

A glance at the NB III - Southwest table tells the story: Budaörs in 10th and Szekszárd in 15th, with positions to defend and places to climb. The hosts have mirrored the form of a side still searching for rhythm — LLLWW over their last five, a win rate of 28.57%. On the road the visitors have looked devoid of inspiration, LLLLL in their last five and a win rate of 0% that makes for sobering reading. The contrast in attacking output — 1.43 versus 0.29 goals per game — adds an extra layer of intrigue. The midfielder faces a significant period on the sidelines after being stretchered off during Uruguay's 1-0 defeat to Spain in the recent FIFA World Cup.

Tactically, the contest promises a fascinating contrast. Budaörs will look to impose their style on home soil, while Szekszárd are likely to have ideas of their own about how to gain the upper hand. Andoni Iraola, like Luis Enrique, is a coach who demands that his players press high.

Neither side is short on individuals capable of tilting the balance, and the duel between the two squads' chief creators could prove particularly pivotal. How each side deals with the other's danger men — and who takes their chances when they come — will be central to the outcome. Juve are said to be keen on adding another forward, despite nearing a deal for Randal Kolo Muani from PSG.

The market has yet to form a strong view, and the contest looks genuinely difficult to call. Given the balance of the numbers, Budaörs should have enough to edge it — a 1-0 victory looks the most likely outcome. With positions in the NB III - Southwest table to defend and momentum to chase, neither side can afford to leave anything in the tank. Manchester City will begin another Premier League season with major uncertainty hanging over the club after league chief executive Richard Masters admitted the long-awaited verdict on their financial case has taken longer than expected.