Pirates beat Siwelele to book Carling Knockout Cup quarterfinals spot


Orlando Pirates have advanced to the quarterfinals of the Carling Knockout Cup competition after beating Siwelele F.C. 1-0 at the Orlando Stadium in Soweto.

A late goal by defender Mbekezeli Mbokazi secured the Buccaneers a 1-0 victory and sealed their spot in the last eight of the competition.

The Buccaneers lost to the current champions Magesi F.C. in the first-round last season.

The Buccaneers beat Siwelele FC in the league recently, but coach Abdeslam Ouaddou is expecting a difficult encounter this time.

2024 finalists Mamelodi Sundowns will host Marumo Gallants at Lucas Moripe Stadium on Saturday evening.