With their sights set on a remarkable third successive Nedbank Cup triumph, Orlando Pirates are currently navigating the semi-final stage of the competition.
They are scheduled to play against Marumo Gallants on Sunday, 13 April at their home ground, the Orlando Stadium, in a bid to secure a coveted spot in the final.
HOW DID THE BUCCANEERS REACH THE SEMIFINALS
- Round of 32
Pirates eliminated Richards Bay FC in the first round, collecting a 3-1 away victory at the King Zwelithini Stadium in Durban to go through to the Last 16.
Patrick Maswanganyi was a hero in that match, bagging a brace with Tshegofatso Mabasa netting the other goal for Ezimnyama Ngenkani.
Meanwhile, Yanela Mbuthuma rattled the back of the net, scoring a consolation goal for the Natal Rich Boyz on the day.
- Round of 16
The Sea Robbers continued their Nedbank Cup journey with another 3-1 victory in the Last 16, this time against Motsepe Foundation Championship side Baroka FC at the Orlando Stadium.
Tshegofatso Mabasa was the star of the show, scoring a hat-trick for the Soweto giants and securing their place in the quarter-finals.
Sydney Malivha scored the consolation goal for Baroka FC.
- Quarterfinals
Bucs faced a stern test against SuperSport United in the Nedbank Cup quarter-finals, requiring a penalty shootout to secure their progression after a 2-2 draw in 120 minutes.
Mbekezeli Mbokazi and Evidence Makgopa scored for Pirates during the match, while Terrence Dzvukamanja and Gape Moralo found the net for SuperSport United.
Ultimately, Pirates emerged victorious, winning the penalty shootout 3-2.
