Mamelodi Sundowns Set Up David Vs Goliath Carling Knockout Cup Final

Mamelodi Sundowns have set up a David and Goliath Carling Knockout Cup final with Magesi FC after they beat Marumo Gallants 2-0 in their semi-final at the Seisa Ramabodu Stadium in Bloemfontein on Sunday.

It wasnt vintage Sundowns, as they first had to battle the elements and then a very organised Marumo Gallants side to try and reach the final. It took two cheeky penalty by Lucas Ribeiro and a second half stoppage-time strike by Leo Maema to seal the deal for Sundowns.

Heavy rains saw a rather sloppy start to the match, with both teams struggling to get a foothold in the game. However, there were some big chances in the first half for both teams, with Sundowns Namibian striker Peter Shalulile heading wide, while their goalkeeper Ronwen Williams had to make a few good saves to keep Gallants out.

Sundowns finally broke the deadlock in the 53rd minute after they were awarded a penalty after Lebohang Mabotja was penalised for handling Shaluliles cross in the Gallants box.

Ribeiro then stepped up and chipped Gallants goalkeeper Washington Arubi with a panenka penalty to give Sundowns the lead.