The Premier Soccer League has confirmed that the Nedbank Cup final Soweto Derby clash between Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates will kick off at 15:30.
Saturday, 10 May, will see the country come to a complete standstill as the two giants of South African football battle it out for the cup of dreams at the majestic Moses Mabhida Stadium in Durban.
While Amakhosi are hoping to finally end their decade-long trophy drought that would also see them back in CAF inter-club competition next season, the defending champions Pirates will be looking to bag their third consecutive Ke Yona Cup.
Both teams have had an interesting run in this season’s competition, and here’s a look at how they both reached the final:
Chiefs:
4-0 vs Free Agents (Round of 32)
3-0 vs Chippa United (Round of 16)
3-1 vs Stellenbosch (Quartefinals)
2-1 vs Mamelodi Sundowns (Semifinals)
Pirates:
3-1 vs Richards Bay (Round of 32)
3-1 vs Baroka (Rounf of 16)
2-2 (5-4 on pens.) vs SuperSport United (Quarterfinals)
1-0 vs Marumo Gallants (Semifinals)
