Kaizer Chiefs are set for a mouth-watering Carling Knockout semi-final showdown against Mamelodi Sundowns after the draw paired the two heavyweight clubs in the last four.
The encounter promises an exciting battle as Amakhosi look to continue their pursuit of silverware against one of South Africa’s top sides.
In the other semi-final, Orlando Pirates will take on Stellenbosch FC, setting up two exciting clashes in the race for a place in the final.
Chiefs booked their place in the semi-finals with a thrilling 2-1 comeback victory over Siwelele FC at Peter Mokaba Stadium on Sunday.
After falling behind, Amakhosi fought back through Wandile Duba, who converted a penalty, before Asanele Velebayi scored the decisive goal in the second half.
Chiefs coach Cedric da Cruz welcomed the challenge of facing Sundowns, saying matches against top opposition would be valuable in developing his squad.
“We knew we wanted to qualify for the semi-final, and if we qualify we’ll play a big game in the semi-final,” Da Cruz said.
He added that his players needed such challenging encounters to grow as a team and insisted they would approach the match with the ambition of reaching the final.
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