POLOKWANE (CONVERSEER) – Orlando Pirates will take on Marumo Gallants tonight in the Carling Knockout Cup final at the New Peter Mokaba Stadium in Polokwane, with kick-off at 18h00 tonight.
Pirates secured their spot in the final with a 1–0 semi-final victory over Richards Bay, while Gallants advanced after a dramatic 4–2 penalty shootout win over Golden Arrows following a 2–2 draw.
This marks the first time these two sides will meet in a Carling Knockout final. Pirates will be looking to add another trophy to their season after their MTN8 success, while Gallants arrive with momentum and confidence, having already beaten Pirates once in the league this season.
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Key players to watch include Pirates’ attacking options like Relebohile Mofokeng and Gallants’ goalkeeper Washington Arubi, whose heroics in the semi-final penalty shootout were decisive.
Fans can watch the match live on SABC 1 or via SuperSport channel 202 on DStv.
(MDN)
