The Nedbank Cup draw has been conducted, which sees giant killers Acornbush United go up against Kaizer Chiefs in the Round of 16.
The Last 16 draw of the 2016-17 Nedbank Cup has produced another scintillating line-up as the remaining lower league minnows continue their quest for glory.
Giant killers Kwa-Dukuza United and Acornbush United, who knocked out more fancied opposition in the last 32, namely Ajax Cape Town and Cape Town City, will have another crack at the big guns after being drawn to face current defending Champions SuperSport United and Kaizer Chiefs respectively.
The Nedbank Cup has over the years afforded teams an opportunity to showcase their skills and 2017 has already duly obliged, marking an excellent start to the ten- year celebrations.
It is the first time since the 2012-13 season, and only the second time in the last 10 years that two third-tier sides have eliminated top-flight opposition in the Last 32. Aside from these giant-slaying acts, some of the country’s leading sides also flexed their muscles to advance to the second round.
Group Executive for Marketing, Communications and Corporate Affairs at Nedbank Thulani Sibeko said: ‘The Nedbank Cup round of 32 matches has delivered as a key milestone in our 10-year journey of partnering with teams, players and football lovers and other stakeholders to do good.
‘Football is a lot like managing your finances; you must have a goal, work hard towards it, and find the right team to enable you to realise your dreams.
‘The Nedbank Cup continues to give us the opportunity to engage football lovers how to see money differently and partner with us in achieving those goals.’
He added: ‘Having experienced a glorious start to the 2017 tournament, we look forward to seeing a multitude of humdinger matches and packed stadiums in the round of Last 16.’
The Nedbank Cup last 16 matches are scheduled for the week of 5-9 April 2017. Dates, venues and kick-off details will be announced in due course.
Nedbank Cup Last 16 Draw Results:
Chippa United vs Polokwane City
KwaDukuza United vs SuperSport United
Bloemfontein Celtic vs Mbombela United
Free State Stars vs Orlando Pirates
Jomo Cosmos vs Bidvest Wits
Baroka vs Platinum Stars
Mamelodi Sundowns vs Golden Arrows
Acornbush United vs Kaizer Chiefs
