The draw for the 2026 Carling Knockout Cup quarterfinals has been completed, setting up four exciting clashes as South Africa’s top clubs continue their pursuit of silverware.
The draw took place at Chatsworth Stadium on Wednesday night, 28 October, with the four seeded teams — Orlando Pirates, Mamelodi Sundowns, Kaizer Chiefs and AmaZulu — avoiding one another at this stage of the competition.
The clubs earned seeded status after finishing among the top four teams in the previous Premier Soccer League season.
How the Teams Reached the Quarterfinals
AmaZulu booked their place in the last eight with a narrow 1-0 victory over Kruger United. Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates both delivered convincing performances, defeating TS Galaxy and Milford FC 3-0 respectively.
Mamelodi Sundowns edged Marumo Gallants 1-0, while Sekhukhune United secured a 3-1 win against Richards Bay FC.
Golden Arrows produced the most emphatic result of the round, thrashing Chippa United 4-0 to progress to the quarterfinals.
Stellenbosch FC completed the quarterfinal line-up on Wednesday after overcoming Durban City 2-0. Sinoxolo Kwayiba scored twice in the second half, with substitute Lateef Kazeem making an important contribution in attack.
Full Carling Knockout Cup Quarterfinal Fixtures
The draw has produced four intriguing matchups, with each team now just two victories away from reaching the final.
- Stellenbosch FC vs AmaZulu
- Orlando Pirates vs Sekhukhune United
- Kaizer Chiefs vs Siwelele FC
- Mamelodi Sundowns vs Golden Arrows
Pirates, Chiefs and Sundowns will be looking to make their experience count, but their opponents will be determined to cause upsets and keep their cup ambitions alive.
The Premier Soccer League is expected to confirm the quarterfinal venues, dates and kick-off times in the coming days.
Which Team Has the Best Chance of Reaching the Semifinals?
With the quarterfinal draw now confirmed, attention turns to which clubs can take the next step towards lifting the Carling Knockout Cup.
Will the favourites progress as expected, or could one of the remaining challengers deliver a surprise?
Which team are you backing to win the Carling Knockout Cup? Share your predictions in the comments.
