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A ticket to the Nedbank Cup final, the domestic Cup in South Africa, was at stake as Orlando Pirates and Kaizer Chiefs squared off.
The Soweto derby, considered one of the biggest club fixtures on the African continent, took center stage yet again on Saturday at the FNB stadium in Soweto.
A ticket to the Nedbank Cup final, the domestic Cup in South Africa, was at stake as Orlando Pirates and Kaizer Chiefs squared off.
Kermit Erasmus opened the scoring for the Buccaneers in the 14th minute, but Kaizer Chiefs responded deep in the second half through captain Yusuf Maart with ten minutes to full time to take the game into extra time.
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Goals from Thapelo Morena and Themba Zwane in either half ensured the maximum points for Rhulani Mokwena’s side as they wrapped up their away campaign for this season.
Both teams went for it, but Pirates wanted it more; substitute Sandile Mthethwa rose highest to nod home fellow substitute Ndabayithethwa Ndlondlo’s cross on the left and restored the Pirates’ lead in the 114th minute.
The Sea Robbers were able to see out the game to end a five-game losing streak against the Chiefs and also reach their 18th Nedbank Cup final.
Orlando Pirates will face the winner between Sekhukhune United and Stellenbosch, who are set to meet up on Sunday afternoon.
Soweto Derby Result: Orlando Pirates 2-1 Kaizer Chiefs (AET)
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