The Nedbank Cup is one of the most prestigious soccer tournaments in South Africa, featuring top teams from the Premier Soccer League (PSL) and the National First Division (NFD). The 2023/2024 Nedbank Cup Round of 16 is just around the corner, and fans are eagerly anticipating the matchups and dates for the upcoming games.
The PSL has confirmed the dates, venues, and kick-off times for the Nedbank Cup Round of 16 fixtures. The matches will take place starting on on Wednesday, March 13th to 17th, at various locations across the country. Fans can expect some exciting games, with top teams like Mamelodi Sundowns, Kaizer Chiefs, and Orlando Pirates set to compete for a spot in the quarterfinals.
Key Takeaways
- The tournament features top teams from the Premier Soccer League (PSL) and the National First Division (NFD), including Mamelodi Sundowns, Kaizer Chiefs, and Orlando Pirates.
- Fans can expect some exciting matchups as teams compete for a spot in the quarterfinals.
2023/2024 Nedbank Cup Round of 16 Overview
Competition Format
The Nedbank Cup is a knockout cup competition played in South Africa annually. It features 32 teams from different leagues across the country. The competition is open to all teams affiliated with the South African Football Association (SAFA) and the Premier Soccer League (PSL). The competition is sponsored by Nedbank, a leading bank in South Africa.
The Nedbank Cup follows a knockout format, where teams play a single match to determine who advances to the next round. The competition starts with 32 teams, and the winner of each match progresses to the next round until the final. The final is played at a neutral venue, and the winner of the final is crowned the Nedbank Cup champions.
Key Dates and Match Schedule
The Nedbank Cup Last 16 draw was conducted on Monday, 26 February 2024, following the conclusion of the Last 32 fixtures on Sunday, February 2024. The dates, venues, and kick-off times for the Nedbank Cup Round of 16 fixtures have been confirmed by the Premier Soccer League (PSL) source.
The Round of 16 fixtures will be played on Tuesday, 12 March, and Saturday, 16 March 2024. The quarter-finals will take place on Saturday, 13 April, and the semi-finals on Saturday, 4 May. The final is scheduled for Saturday, 1 June 2024.
The following table shows the fixtures for the Nedbank Cup Round of 16:
| Date | Time | Home Team | Away Team |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13.03. | 19:00 | Pretoria U. | Swallows |
| 14.03. | 19:00 | Sekhukhune | AmaZulu |
| 15.03. | 19:00 | Milford FC | Stellenbosch |
| 16.03. | 15:00 | Chippa Utd. | Ravens |
| 16.03. | 15:00 | Richards Bay | Supersport Utd |
| 16.03. | 18:00 | Orlando Pirates | Hungry Lions |
| 17.03. | 15:00 | D’General | TS Galaxy |
| 17.03. | 18:00 | Mamelodi Sundowns | Maritzburg Utd |
The fixtures promise to be exciting and will feature some of the best teams in the country. Fans can look forward to some thrilling matches as teams battle it out for a chance to progress to the next round and ultimately lift the Nedbank Cup trophy.
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Participating Teams
Team Profiles
The Nedbank Cup Round of 16 will feature some of South Africa’s top teams, including Mamelodi Sundowns, Kaizer Chiefs, Orlando Pirates, and SuperSport United. These clubs have a rich history in South African football and are expected to put on a great show for fans.
Mamelodi Sundowns is one of the most successful clubs in South African football history, having won the league title a record 11 times. They are known for their attacking style of play and have a number of talented players on their roster.
Kaizer Chiefs is another powerhouse in South African football, having won the league title 12 times. They have a large and passionate fan base and are known for their strong defense and counterattacking style of play.
Orlando Pirates is one of the oldest and most respected clubs in South African football, having been founded in 1937. They have won the league title 9 times and are known for their fast-paced and attacking style of play.
SuperSport United is a relatively new club, having been founded in 1994. However, they have quickly established themselves as one of the top teams in South African football, having won the league title 3 times. They are known for their disciplined defense and counterattacking style of play.
Historical Performance
Many of the teams in the Nedbank Cup Round of 16 have a rich history in the competition. Mamelodi Sundowns has won the Nedbank Cup three times, while Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates have each won it twice. SuperSport United has won the competition once.
Other teams in the Round of 16, such as Bidvest Wits, Cape Town City, and Maritzburg United, have also had success in the competition in recent years. Bidvest Wits won the competition in 2010, while Cape Town City reached the final in 2018. Maritzburg United reached the final in 2019 but lost to TS Galaxy.
Overall, the Nedbank Cup Round of 16 promises to be an exciting and closely contested competition, with many of South Africa’s top teams vying for the title.