Overview
- Tshepang Moremi’s first-half strike sealed a 1–0 semi-final victory at Moses Mabhida Stadium to send Orlando Pirates into the Carling Knockout final.
- Marumo Gallants booked the opposing berth by defeating Golden Arrows in a penalty shootout after a 2–2 draw.
- Head coach Abdeslam Ouaddou praised his players’ spirit and said it is too early to judge his tenure, stressing a game‑to‑game approach.
- Sihle Nduli is unavailable under medical assessment in Johannesburg, while Olisa Ndah and Makhehleni Makhaula have returned to full training with a gradual reintroduction planned.
- Pirates have already lifted the MTN8 this season and extended their knockout pedigree to 10 finals in five years, with league action set to resume after the FIFA break later this month.