Mofokeng stuns Sundowns as the teenage sensation validates his Bafana Bafana call-up with a sensational winner. Full report!
Mofokeng stuns Mamelodi Sundowns as Orlando Pirates clinch another 2024 Nedbank Cup title. Pirates secured a stunning 2-1 victory over Sundowns in the Nedbank Cup final at Mbombela Stadium. All thanks to a last-minute goal by young star Relebohile Mofokeng. The late substitute became the hero, delivering the decisive blow in a match that kept fans on the edge of their seats until the very end.In a bold move, 19-year-old Mofokeng replaced Innocent Maela in the 71st minute.
This triumph marks a back-to-back Nedbank Cup victory for Orlando Pirates. Who previously defeated Sekhukhune United in the last edition. The win also adds to their earlier success this season. Where they overcame Sundowns in the MTN8 final via a penalty shootout. The much-anticipated final saw a 15-minute delay as fans continued to flood into the stadium. Kickoff eventually took place at 15:15, with excitement at fever pitch among the supporters.Orlando Pirates’ head coach, Jose Riveiro, made a surprising decision by starting Evidence Makgopa and benching the DStv Premiership Golden Boot winner, Tshegofatso Mabasa.
However, Pirates responded with a double substitution, bringing on Mabasa and Thabiso Lebitso, which intensified their attack.In the 69th minute, Pirates were awarded a penalty after Modiba fouled Maswanganyi. Maswanganyi confidently converted, bringing the score to 1-1 and setting the stage for a thrilling finish.As the match neared its conclusion, both teams pushed hard for the winning goal.
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