Nedbank Cup Quarter-Finals Deliver Drama and Giant-Killing Moments
The 2026 Nedbank Cup quarter-finals delivered a thrilling weekend of South African football, filled with dramatic results, penalty shootouts, and giant-killing performances. With several big-name clubs already eliminated earlier in the competition, the quarter-final stage opened the door for underdogs to shine—and they did exactly that.
By the end of the weekend, four teams had secured their places in the semi-finals after an action-packed set of fixtures played on 7–8 March 2026.
Casric Stars Continue Their Fairytale Run
One of the biggest stories of the weekend came from Casric Stars, who pulled off another shock result by defeating AmaZulu FC 2–1 after extra time.
The Motsepe Foundation Championship side once again proved that the magic of the Nedbank Cup is alive and well. After already knocking out top-flight opposition earlier in the competition, Casric Stars showed resilience and determination to edge AmaZulu and book a historic semi-final spot.
Their run has quickly become one of the standout stories of this year’s tournament.
Milford FC Shock Sekhukhune United
Another upset saw Milford FC eliminate Sekhukhune United after a dramatic encounter that ended 2–2, with Milford eventually winning 3–2 on penalties.
Milford’s victory highlights the unpredictable nature of cup football. Despite facing a top-tier opponent, the lower-division side held their nerve in the shootout to continue their remarkable cup journey.
TS Galaxy Cruise Past Jacksa Spears
Elsewhere, TS Galaxy secured a comfortable 2–0 victory over amateur side Jacksa Spears.
Galaxy controlled the match from start to finish and showed their quality against the third-tier side, who had already made history by reaching the quarter-finals. The win ensured Galaxy’s return to the Nedbank Cup semi-finals and kept their hopes of another deep cup run alive.
Durban City Edge Golden Arrows on Penalties
The final quarter-final clash saw Durban City FC and Golden Arrows battle to a 1–1 draw, before Durban City triumphed 5–4 in a penalty shootout.
The tightly contested match had fans on the edge of their seats, with Durban City holding their composure in the shootout to secure the final semi-final place.
Semi-Final Line-Up Confirmed
After an exciting quarter-final stage, the four teams heading to the semi-finals are:
With several underdogs still in the tournament, this year’s Nedbank Cup is shaping up to be one of the most unpredictable editions in recent history.
A Cup Full of Surprises
The 2026 Nedbank Cup has already proven why it is known as “Ke Yona” — meaning “This is ours.” The competition has once again given smaller clubs the chance to shine on a national stage, delivering unforgettable moments and reminding fans that in knockout football, anything can happen.
As the semi-finals approach, all eyes will be on whether the underdogs can continue their dream run, or if one of the remaining teams will step up and claim cup glory.
