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The 2026/27 Carling Knockout Cup Round of 16 delivered an exciting weekend of football, with Golden Arrows, Siwelele FC, AmaZulu FC and Sekhukhune United becoming the first four teams to secure their places in the quarterfinals.
Golden Arrows set the tone on Saturday with an emphatic 4-0 victory over Chippa United. Siyanda Dion, Sabelo Sithole, Nhlanhla Zwane and Keenan Karelse all found the back of the net as Abafana Bes’thende produced a commanding performance to book their place in the last eight.
The victory was particularly encouraging for Golden Arrows as the team welcomed coach Mandla Ncikazi with an impressive winning performance in his first match following his move from his previous club. The players delivered a positive response on the pitch, giving their coach a memorable start and their supporters plenty to celebrate.
Meanwhile, Siwelele FC secured their quarterfinal spot after a tense battle against Polokwane City at the Old Peter Mokaba Stadium. Following a goalless draw in regulation time, Siwelele kept their composure to win 4-3 on penalties.
Sunday’s action saw AmaZulu FC continue their progress with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Kruger United. Hendrick Ekstein scored the decisive goal from the penalty spot in the 78th minute, sending Usuthu through to the quarterfinals.
Sekhukhune United completed the weekend’s action with a convincing 3-1 win over Richards Bay. Chibuike Ohizu, Thabang Makubo and Bethuel Muzeu scored for Babina Noko, while Nqaba Xulu netted a late consolation goal for Richards Bay.
With four quarterfinal places already confirmed, attention now shifts to the remaining Round of 16 fixtures scheduled for later this week. The competing teams will be eager to secure their places in the last eight as the battle for Carling Knockout Cup glory intensifies.
ROUND OF 16 RESULTS
Golden Arrows 4-0 Chippa United
Polokwane City 0-0 Siwelele FC (Siwelele won 4-3 on penalties)
AmaZulu FC 1-0 Kruger United
Sekhukhune United 3-1 Richards Bay
The road to the Carling Knockout Cup quarterfinals is gathering momentum, with Golden Arrows celebrating both a convincing victory and a winning start under Mandla Ncikazi