Orlando Pirates have booked their place in the semifinals of the 2026 Carling Knockout Cup after securing a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Sekhukhune United at the Orlando Amstel Arena.

The Buccaneers delivered when it mattered most, using their home advantage to overcome a determined Sekhukhune side and move one step closer to lifting another domestic trophy. M. Padime emerged as the match-winner after scoring the decisive goal, with Tshepang Moremi providing the assist.

The breakthrough proved crucial in a closely contested encounter, as both teams understood the importance of avoiding mistakes in a knockout competition. Pirates managed to find the decisive moment, while Sekhukhune were unable to produce an equaliser despite their efforts to remain in the contest.

Moremi's contribution was particularly important, as his assist helped create the opportunity that ultimately separated the two sides. Padime made no mistake in converting the chance, giving the home supporters something to celebrate and sending the Soweto giants into the last four.

The victory represents another positive result for Orlando Pirates, who continue to compete for honours across different competitions during the 2026/27 campaign. Reaching the Carling Knockout semifinals provides the club with another opportunity to challenge for silverware and maintain their momentum.

Pirates have now joined Mamelodi Sundowns in the semifinal stage, with the competition gradually approaching its decisive phase. The remaining teams will be eager to secure their places in the final as the battle for the trophy intensifies.

For Sekhukhune United, the defeat brings their Carling Knockout campaign to an end, despite their efforts to challenge one of South African football's biggest clubs.

Attention will now turn to the semifinal draw, where Pirates will discover their next opponents. The Buccaneers will be determined to maintain their winning form and take another important step towards securing the Carling Knockout Cup trophy.

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