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Carling Knockout Quarterfinals: Pirates Set to Play at Home

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The only remaining giant in the Carling Knockout is Orlando Pirates.

They secured their spot in the quarterfinals with a hard-fought 1-0 victory against Siwelele FC on Saturday.

Team captain and standout defender, Mbekezeli Mbokazi, scored a stunning long-range goal in the last three minutes at Orlando Stadium.

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This weekend saw surprising results, including Mamelodi Sundowns losing 7-6 on penalties to Marumo Gallants after a 0-0 draw in Tshwane, while Kaizer Chiefs were defeated 5-4 on penalties by Stellenbosch FC after a goalless match in Cape Town.

Also read: Orlando Pirates coach Ouaddou discusses his team’s strong defense

Here’s the full draw for the Carling Knockout quarterfinals:

  • Golden Arrows vs TS Galaxy
  • Marumo Gallants vs Stellenbosch FC
  • Orlando Pirates vs Magesi FC
  • Richards Bay FC vs Durban City FC.

Magesi FC, last season’s champion, triumphed with a 2-1 victory over Sundowns in the final.


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