The stage is set for an unforgettable showdown as Orlando Pirates and Kaizer Chiefs prepare to clash in the highly anticipated 2024/25 Nedbank Cup final.
This iconic fixture is set to decide who will claim the prestigious trophy, with both teams having made it through their semi-finals.
Pirates Secure Their Spot
The Buccaneers were the first to punch their ticket to the final, securing a narrow but important 1-0 win over Marumo Gallants in their semi-final.
The match, which took place at Orlando Stadium on Sunday afternoon, saw Kabelo Dlamini score the only goal of the game, sending Pirates through to the final.
Chiefs Complete the Dream Derby
While Pirates were celebrating, Chiefs were preparing for their own semi-final clash against Mamelodi Sundowns in Tshwane.
In a thrilling match at Loftus Versfeld, Amakhosi came from behind to win 2-1, earning their place in the final for the first time since the 2018/19 season.
It’s been a long wait for Chiefs fans, and now they are set for a dream Nedbank Cup final against their biggest rivals.
A Historic Final to Look Forward To
This year’s final holds even more significance when you consider the history of the Nedbank Cup.
The first-ever final in 1971 was contested between Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates, with Chiefs emerging victorious.
Since then, these two teams have shaped South African football, with Pirates claiming the cup in 1975 after Chiefs’ back-to-back wins in 1973 and 1974.
For Pirates, this final could be a chance to continue their dominance, as they aim to become the first team to win three consecutive titles since the ‘70s.
Jose Riveiro’s squad is no stranger to cup success, having clinched the MTN8 earlier in the season and the Nedbank Cup in 2023 after defeating Sekhukhune United.
A Trophy That Means More
Both teams are hungry for the cup, not only to make history but to cement their legacy as the true kings of domestic cup football in South Africa.
The final, which will take place at Moses Mabhida Stadium in Durban on Saturday, 10 May, promises to be a thrilling spectacle, showcasing the fierce rivalry between these two Soweto giants.