Soweto Giants face off against Venda Football Academy and Casric Stars in the last 16
By Neo Poho
Orlando Pirates and Kaizer Chiefs were drawn against Venda Football Club and Casric Stars in the 2023 Nedbank Cup last 16 on Wednesday night at Randburg.
Both Pirates and Chiefs progressed to the last 16 after defeating All Stars FC and Maritzburg United respectively, a Thembinkosi Lorch inspired performance was the difference in Pirates' clash against All Stars, the 29 year old came on in the second half of the encounter and rejuvenated the attack of the Buccaneers.
Meanwhile Amakhosi had to dig deep into extra time to defeat 10 men Maritzburg United at the Harry Gwala Stadium as Christian Saile and Ashley Du Preez scored the winning goals for Arthur Zwane's charges.
Defending champions Mamelodi Sundowns were drawn with last year's losing finalists Marumo Gallants while Golden Arrows will battle with Royal AM in the KZN derby.
Nedbank Cup last 16 fixtures
Orlando Pirates v Venda Football Academy
Golden Arrows v Royal AM
Marumo Gallants v Mamelodi Sundowns
Chippa United v Mpheni Home Defenders
Dondol Stars FC v AmaZulu FC
Kaizer Chiefs v Casric Stars
Sekhukhune United v Cape Town Spurs
TS Galaxy v Stellenbosch FC
The league will confirm the dates and kickoff times for the fixtures in due course.
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