Soweto Derby sells out within hours as Orlando Pirates prepare to host Kaizer Chiefs
Orlando Pirates have confirmed that tickets for the upcoming Soweto Derby against Kaizer Chiefs at FNB Stadium sold out within hours of going on sale on Wednesday.
Orlando Pirates to host Marumo Gallants in Polokwane as Carling Knockout final details confirmed
The final is set to take place at the New Peter Mokaba Stadium in Polokwane on Saturday, 6 December 2025, with the kick-off time yet to be announced.
Pirates have been in impressive form in cup competitions this campaign, having already lifted the MTN8 trophy earlier in the season. Their narrow 1-0 semi-final win over Richards Bay FC at Moses Mabhida Stadium on Saturday booked them a second consecutive domestic final — a testament to coach Abdeslam Ouaddou’s growing influence in his debut season in charge.
Their opponents, Marumo Gallants, have been the surprise package of the tournament, showing incredible resilience to reach the final. Gallants edged Golden Arrows 4-2 on penalties after a gruelling 2-2 draw over 120 minutes in Durban.
Interestingly, the same Arrows side had hammered Gallants 4-0 in a recent Betway Premiership encounter — a reminder of the unpredictable nature of knockout football.
The PSL confirmed that Pirates will be the official home side, following a home-and-away draw conducted after Sunday’s semi-final.
Last season’s final, held at the Free State Stadium, saw Magesi FC stun Mamelodi Sundowns 2-1 to lift the trophy.
This year’s champions will walk away with R6.85 million, while the runners-up will pocket R2.85 million — but for Pirates, the bigger prize could be adding another piece of silverware.
Orlando Pirates coach provides Oswin Appollis injury update ahead of crucial fixtures
Orlando Pirates coach Abdeslam Ouaddou is hopeful that Oswin Appollis has not suffered a serious injury after the influential attacker was forced off during their 3-0 Betway Premiership victory over TS Galaxy on Wednesday night.
VAR expected to be implemented in South Africa in "four to six months", say SAFA
South African Football Association CEO Lydia Monyepao says it will take "four to six months" for the Video Assistant Referee system to be implemented in South Africa.
Carling Knockout presents different challenges for PSL big three
Orlando Pirates, Kaizer Chiefs and Mamelodi Sundowns may have avoided each other in the Carling Knockout round of 16, but their respective fixtures present different challenges as they begin their campaigns in the competition.