Orlando Pirates aim to defend their title as the Premier Soccer League releases Nedbank Cup Round of 32 schedule in South Africa
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Orlando Pirates aim to defend their title as the Premier Soccer League releases Nedbank Cup Round of 32 schedule in South Africa

The Premier Soccer League (PSL) is gearing up for the thrilling 2025 Nedbank Cup, and all the details have finally been confirmed.

From the fixtures and venues to the dates and kick-off times, fans now have a clear roadmap for this exciting round of 32 matches.

Let’s dive into what’s in store for football lovers as some of South Africa’s top teams prepare to battle it out on the field.

Schedule for the Last 32 Matches

The PSL has announced that the Nedbank Cup Round of 32 will unfold over six action-packed days, starting Friday, January 24, and concluding on Wednesday, January 29.

These matches promise high stakes as teams fight for a chance to progress in this prestigious tournament.

Here’s the full schedule:

Friday, January 24

  • Pretoria Callies vs Marumo Gallants at Lucas Moripe Stadium – 19:00

Saturday, January 25

  • Golden Arrows vs Chippa United at Hammarsdale Stadium – 15:00
  • Umvoti FC vs Baroka FC at Harry Gwala Stadium – 15:00
  • Venda FC vs Cape Town Spurs at Thohoyandou Stadium – 15:00
  • Lerumo Lions vs Durban City at Olympia Stadium – 15:00
  • Mamelodi Sundowns vs Sibanye Golden Stars at Loftus Versfeld – 18:00

Sunday, January 26

  • Richards Bay FC vs Orlando Pirates at King Zwelithini Stadium – 15:00
  • Mpheni Home Defenders vs Hungry Lions FC at Thohoyandou Stadium – 15:00
  • Polokwane City vs The Bees FC at Old Peter Mokaba Stadium – 15:00
  • Kaizer Chiefs vs Free Agents FC at FNB Stadium – 18:00

Monday, January 27

  • Royal AM vs Milford FC at Harry Gwala Stadium – 19:00 (Match Suspended)
  • Sekhukhune United vs Cape Town City at Old Peter Mokaba Stadium – 19:00

Tuesday, January 28

  • AmaZulu vs Mighty Eagles FC at King Zwelithini Stadium – 19:00
  • Stellenbosch FC vs Kruger United at Danie Craven Stadium – 19:00
  • Magesi FC vs SuperSport United at Old Peter Mokaba Stadium – 19:00

Wednesday, January 29

  • TS Galaxy vs CR Vasco Da Gama at Mbombela Stadium – 19:00

Defending Champions and Top Contenders

All eyes will be on the Orlando Pirates as they aim to secure a historic hat-trick of Nedbank Cup titles.

Having won back-to-back championships, the Buccaneers are determined to maintain their dominance.

However, with strong competitors like Kaizer Chiefs, Mamelodi Sundowns, and SuperSport United in the mix, the road to victory will be anything but easy.

What’s at Stake?

The Nedbank Cup is not just about silverware—it’s a chance for underdog teams to make their mark.

Smaller clubs like Hungry Lions FC and Mighty Eagles FC will be hoping to pull off major upsets, adding to the tournament’s reputation for surprises.

Fans can expect nail-biting moments, stunning goals, and dramatic showdowns as teams leave it all on the pitch.

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