What Happened
On Monday evening, the Nedbank Cup quarterfinal draw was conducted in Johannesburg, following a weekend filled with thrilling matches in the Last 16 fixtures. The event took place at the SuperSport studios in Randburg and was attended by players from the eight quarterfinalist clubs, senior officials from the Premier Soccer League (PSL) and Nedbank, as well as members of the media. The draw was broadcast live on the SuperSport PSL Channel.
Why It Matters
The draw produced several intriguing matchups, including a KwaZulu-Natal derby between Lamontville Golden Arrows and Durban City. The quarterfinal fixtures are as follows:
- AmaZulu FC vs Casric Stars
- Sekhukhune United vs Milford FC
- TS Galaxy vs Jacksa Spears
- Golden Arrows vs Durban City FC
AmaZulu FC, historically a strong contender in the Nedbank Cup, will face Casric Stars, who recently eliminated Orlando Pirates. This matchup is particularly significant as it highlights the potential for upsets, with Casric Stars being one of the few non-Betway Premiership teams remaining in the competition.
What’s Next
The quarterfinal matches are scheduled for the weekend of March 7 and 8, 2026. The PSL will confirm the exact dates, venues, and kick-off times in due course. Fans are eagerly anticipating these fixtures, especially given the recent upsets in the tournament, including TS Galaxy’s victory over Mamelodi Sundowns.
