Nedbank Cup Sponsors Will Be Delighted With Humdinger Clashes In The Offing

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The sponsors of the Nedbank Cup will be quietly pleased with the outcome of the semi-final draw because it throws up the possibility of the Premiership's top dogs reaching the championship round.

The good news is South African football's traditional 'Big Three' Kaizer Chiefs, Orlando Pirates, and Mamelodi Sundowns or Sekhukhune United, will possibly compete in the Nedbank Cup semi-final. The remaining semi-finalist is Marumo Gallants, who have drawn a home fixture against Pirates.

Gallants have been something of an enigma this season. They have been hovering above the Betway Premiership's relegation zone for a while, but a few days ago, they defeated Pirates 2-0 at the Free State Stadium, dealing a significant blow to Pirates' Premiership title hopes.

The match was sold out 24 hours before kick-off, but their upcoming semi-final at Pirates is unlikely to raise the house-full signs. Gallants enjoy massive support from the football-mad former Bloemfontein Celtic fans, who seemingly can't get enough of matches.'