PSL confirm dates and venues for Carling Knockout Cup Last 16

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Miguel Cardoso at Carling Knockout Cup draw. Photo: Nchavo-Graphics/Nchavo Shabangu

The Premier Soccer League [PSL] have officially announced the dates and venues for the Last 16 fixtures of the 2026 Carling Knockout Cup.

In a statement released on Tuesday, 20 October 2026, the league confirmed that the fourth edition of the Carling Knockout Round of 16 will take place from October 24th to 28th.

The tournament promises entertaining encounters as top-flight clubs battle for the coveted title, with Orlando Pirates heading into the competition as the defending champions.

Golden Arrows, who have been drawn against Chippa United will kick off the tournament on the 24th of October at King Zwelithini Stadium in Umlazi . The match will start at 15:00.

Later in the evening, Polokwane City FC will welcome Siwelele FC at the Old Peter Mokaba Stadium in Polokwane. This particular encounter will commence at 18:00.

The Rise and Shine will be gunning for revenge as they suffered a 1-0 defeat to Siwelele over the weekend in a Betway Premiership tie at Toyota Stadium in Bloemfontein.

Action continues on Sunday, 25 October, Kruger United will lock horns with AmaZulu FC at Mbombela Stadium in Mpumalanga. This game is scheduled for 15:00.

The traditional ‘Big Three’ will wrap up their Round of 16 obligations next week due to their ongoing participation in CAF inter-club competitions.

On Tuesday, 27 October, Mamelodi Sundowns will host Marumo Gallants at Loftus Versfeld Stadium. The kick off is set for 19:00.

Meanwhile, on the very same day, Orlando Pirates will go head-to-head with the Betway Premiership newcomers Milford FC at Orlando Amstel Arena at 19:00.

The last game of the 27th of October fixtures, will be between Kaizer Chiefs and TS Galaxy at FNB Stadium, with the kick off also set for 19:00.

The final fixture of the Last 16 round will take place on Wednesday, 28 October, as Durban City FC face Stellenbosch FC at the Chatsworth Stadium, with kickoff locked in for 19:00.

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