Carling Knockout Semi-Final Draw Confirmed - Two Intriguing Ties with R2.85m at Stake
The Carling Knockout Cup semi-final draw features Mamelodi Sundowns against Kaizer Chiefs and defending champions Orlando Pirates facing Stellenbosch FC. All four teams reached the last four after contrasting quarter-final victories. The winners will claim a lucrative R6.85 million prize, while runners-up and losing semi-finalists also receive significant sums. Orlando Pirates aim to retain their crown, but Sundowns, Chiefs and Stellenbosch are all determined to secure the trophy and the financial reward. Both semi-finals promise competitive action with high stakes for every club involved.
- Sundowns face Chiefs and Pirates meet Stellenbosch in the Carling Knockout Cup semi-finals.
- Winners receive R6.85 million, with substantial prizes for all semi-finalists.
- Pirates are defending champions, but all four teams have strong motivation.
Pirates are looking to defend their Carling Knockout Cup crown (Getty Images).
The Carling Knockout Cup semi-final draw has produced two exciting encounters, with Mamelodi Sundowns set to face Kaizer Chiefs and defending champions Orlando Pirates drawn against Stellenbosch FC.
All four sides have booked their places in the last four after progressing through contrasting quarter-final encounters, with a lucrative prize awaiting the eventual winners.
Sundowns To Face Chiefs In Blockbuster Semi-Final
Mamelodi Sundowns were the first team to reach the semi-finals after securing a 1-0 victory over Golden Arrows during the week. Kaizer Chiefs followed on Sunday, coming from behind to beat Siwelele FC 2-1, with Wandile Duba equalising from the penalty spot before Asanele Velebayi scored the winner in the 84th minute.
The two sides last met in August 2026 in the Betway Premiership, playing out a 1-1 draw at FNB Stadium. Both teams will now be looking to gain the upper hand in a crucial knockout encounter, with a place in the final up for grabs.
Pirates Draw Stellenbosch
Defending champions Orlando Pirates continued their title defence with a narrow 1-0 victory over Sekhukhune United on Saturday. Mpho Padime scored the only goal of the encounter in the 31st minute, while Stellenbosch FC secured their semi-final place with a 2-1 win over AmaZulu, thanks to goals from Chumani Butsaka and a stoppage-time penalty from Sinoxolo Kwayiba.
The two sides last met in May 2026, when Pirates claimed a 2-0 victory over Stellenbosch in the Betway Premiership at Athlone Stadium. Evidence Makgopa and Patrick Maswanganyi scored in the first half to secure the points for the Buccaneers, although Stellenbosch will now have an opportunity to avenge that defeat.
Carling Knockout Prize Money Revealed
There is also significant financial motivation for the four remaining teams, with the Carling Knockout offering R6.85 million to the eventual winners. The runners-up will receive R2.85 million, while each of the four losing semi-finalists is guaranteed R1.35 million.
With more than R6 million separating the winners from the losing semi-finalists, both encounters carry plenty of importance beyond simply reaching the final. Pirates will be hoping to retain their crown, while Sundowns, Chiefs and Stellenbosch will all be determined to lift the trophy.
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