Kaizer Chiefs, Stellenbosch FC set for blockbuster clash in Carling Knockout Cup

The Premier Soccer League (PSL) released the fixtures for the 2025/26 Carling Knockout Cup round of 16 on Friday morning, scheduled to take place across the country from October 3-5.

These fixtures will be played before the international window begins on October 6, when Bafana Bafana start preparing to face Zimbabwe in a crucial World Cup qualifier in Durban on October 10.

Marking their debut in the tournament, Durban City FC will kick off the competition on Friday, October 3, when they host Polokwane City at Chatsworth Stadium. Football fans can expect an electrifying atmosphere, with the match set to get underway at 7pm.

The excitement continues on Saturday, October 4, with two matches starting at 3pm. Orlando Pirates will welcome Siwelele FC to Orlando Stadium, while underdogs Orbit College FC take on TS Galaxy FC at Olympia Park Stadium.

Later that evening, Lamontville Golden Arrows face Sekhukhune United at King Zwelithini Stadium at 6pm, leading into a much-anticipated duel between giants Mamelodi Sundowns and Marumo Gallants at Lucas Moripe Stadium (8pm kick-off).

Sunday, October 5, promises to be equally riveting with three additional fixtures. At 3pm, Richards Bay FC will battle Chippa United at Umhlathuze Sports Stadium, followed by a fierce clash between Stellenbosch FC and Kaizer Chiefs at DHL Stadium in Cape Town.

The round of 16 will conclude with AmaZulu FC challenging defending champions Magesi FC at Moses Mabhida Stadium, with kick-off scheduled for 5.30pm.