Mbokazi netted the only goal of the game in the 87th minute of Carling Knockout first round clash with Siwelele, at the Orlando Stadium on Saturday.
Appollis was, however, voted Man of the Match for his performance and awarded a R100 000 check.
Speaking after the game, Appliiis told SuperSport: "What a brilliant goal from Mbokazi. To be honest, I think he deserved [the Man of the Match award] more today, because he was fighting and defending.
"No, I'll definitely have to cut because what a goal. I'll definitely share with him."
Reflecting on the game, the Bafana attcker added: "It was difficult today but we knew that we would get a chance. Like I said, what an amazing goal. Congratulations to the bench, the whole team fought today. We are happy that we got the victory."
Marumo Gallants coach Alexandre Lafitte believes his side has what it takes to pull off another upset when they face Orlando Pirates in the Carling Knockout final at Peter Mokaba Stadium on December 6.
Orlando Pirates will enjoy home advantage when they take on Marumo Gallants in the 2025 Carling Knockout Cup final, after the Premier Soccer League (PSL) confirmed the venue and date for the much-anticipated clash.
Orlando Pirates head coach Abdeslam Ouaddou was proud to see his side secure their place in the final of the Carling Knockout with a hard-fought 1-0 win over Richards Bay on Saturday.
Orlando Pirates secured their place in a second cup final this season after edging Richards Bay FC 1-0 in the Carling Knockout semi-final at the Moses Mabhida Stadium on Saturday.
