PSL make announcement on the Carling Knockout Cup

According to the PSL, the 2026 Carling Knockout Cup draw will be held on Wednesday night 14 October at 19:00. The event will be live on SuperSport 202 and SABC 2.

“The last 16 draw for the 2026 edition of the Carling Knockout Cup takes place tonight at 19:00, live on PSL Channel (202) and SABC 2,” the league said on its social media accounts.

2025 CARLING KNOCKOUT CUP RECAP

Last season’s edition crowned the mighty Orlando Pirates after a narrow victory over Marumo Gallants. Yanela Mbuthuma found the late winner in the 105th minute of extra time at the Peter Mokaba Stadium.

Gallants had turned heads after sending out the Betway Premiership champions Mamelodi Sundowns in the first round of 16 in their own backyard.

Another major upset saw Stellenbosch FC knockout Kaizer Chiefs on penalties at a packed DHL Stadium, where goalkeeper Fiacre Ntwari stole the show on 5 October.

Orlando Pirates battled their way to the final with a 1-0 victory over Siwelele FC, a 2-1 win against Magesi and another 1-0 triumph over Richards Bay in the semi-finals. Gallants also thrashed Stellenbosch FC 4-0 in the quarter-finals before overcoming Golden Arrows on penalties following a 2-2 draw in the semi-finals.

The triumph marked a significant milestone for Orlando Pirates, ending a 14-year wait for another League Cup title. It also added to the club’s domestic cup success following their MTN8 triumph earlier in the season.

The final was also a memorable occasion for Pirates captain Mbekezile Mbokazi. He lifted the trophy before his reported move to Major League Soccer, bringing an eventful cup campaign to a close.

The Carling Knockout will be followed by the last domestic cup tournament, the Nedbank Cup in early 2027.

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