Nedbank Cup Results: TS Galaxy and Durban City Advance
In a thrilling day of action at King Zwelithini Stadium, TS Galaxy and Durban City emerged victorious in their respective matches, securing their places in the semi-finals of the Nedbank Cup. TS Galaxy defeated Jacksa Spears 2-0, while Durban City triumphed over Golden Arrows in a tense penalty shoot-out after a 1-1 draw.
TS Galaxy’s Igor Silva opened the scoring in the 34th minute, giving his team an early advantage. Just before the hour mark, Tshepo Kakora doubled the lead, ensuring that Galaxy advanced without conceding a single goal throughout the tournament this season. This impressive defensive record highlights Galaxy’s strength as they aim for their second Nedbank Cup title, having last lifted the trophy in 2019.
In the other match, Durban City took the lead against Golden Arrows with a goal from Fezile Gcaba in the 36th minute. However, Golden Arrows responded quickly, equalizing through Thokozani Khumalo. The match ended in a 1-1 draw, leading to a penalty shoot-out where Durban City emerged victorious with a score of 5-4. This victory marks Durban City’s third successful penalty shoot-out in this year’s tournament, showcasing their resilience under pressure.
Notably, Durban City faced a challenging situation when they were reduced to ten players after Athini Jodwana received a second yellow card. Despite this setback, they managed to hold their ground and ultimately secure their place in the semi-finals.
Golden Arrows, on the other hand, continued their unfortunate trend, having lost all five penalty shoot-outs they have participated in since 2008. This latest defeat adds to their struggles in high-pressure situations.
The semi-final draw is set to take place on Monday evening and will be broadcast live on SuperSport Channel 202. Fans are eagerly anticipating the matchups that will determine who will compete for the prestigious Nedbank Cup title.
As the tournament progresses, both TS Galaxy and Durban City will be looking to maintain their momentum and capitalize on their recent successes. With the semi-finals approaching, the competition is heating up, and observers are keen to see how these teams will perform under the spotlight.
Details remain unconfirmed regarding the exact timing of the semi-final matches, but the excitement surrounding the Nedbank Cup continues to build as teams vie for glory.
