MTN8 quarter-finals fixtures announced as Orlando Pirates begin title defence

The Buccaneers, who have dominated the competition in recent years, will open the tournament at home against Polokwane City on Saturday, 2 August. The match is scheduled for a 3:00 PM kickoff at Orlando Stadium.

Later that same day, Sekhukhune United will host TS Galaxy at the New Peter Mokaba Stadium in an evening clash kicking off at 6:00 PM.

Sunday's double-header begins with a showdown between two recent finalists. Stellenbosch FC - last year's beaten finalists - welcome 2022 runners-up AmaZulu to the DHL Stadium in Cape Town. That match kicks off at 3:00 PM.

The quarter-finals conclude with Mamelodi Sundowns taking on Richards Bay at Lucas Moripe Stadium at 6:00 PM. Sundowns, winners of the MTN8 in 2021, will look to reassert themselves in the competition.

For Richards Bay, this marks a historic moment - their first time reaching the MTN8, after finishing in the top eight last season.

However, they face a daunting task, having never beaten Sundowns in a competitive fixture.

All four matches are scheduled to take place the weekend before the start of the 2025/26 Betway Premiership season, serving as an exciting prelude to the new campaign.