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Carling Knockout quarter-finals: Chiefs host Siwelele

Kaizer Chiefs host Siwelele, Orlando Pirates play Sekhukhune United, Sundowns face Golden Arrows and Stellenbosch meet AmaZulu in the Carling Knockout quarter-finals on the weekend of 6 to 8 November.

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Kaizer Chiefs will host Siwelele in the Carling Knockout quarter-finals, after the draw was made at Chatsworth Stadium in Durban on Wednesday night, 28 October 2026 (PSL; Kaizer Chiefs). Defending champions Orlando Pirates take on Sekhukhune United, Mamelodi Sundowns face Golden Arrows, and Stellenbosch FC play AmaZulu (PSL).

Stellenbosch took the last place in the quarter-finals by beating Durban City 2-0 just before the draw (PSL).

What are the Carling Knockout quarter-final fixtures?

Home teamAway team
Stellenbosch FCAmaZulu
Orlando PiratesSekhukhune United
Kaizer ChiefsSiwelele
Mamelodi SundownsGolden Arrows

Source: PSL. In this draw, the first team drawn in each pair plays at home (PSL). Kaizer Chiefs have confirmed they are the home side for their tie (Kaizer Chiefs).

The draw was seeded, so the top clubs from last season could not meet each other at this stage (PSL). That is why Chiefs, Pirates and Sundowns all avoided one another.

When will the quarter-finals be played?

The quarter-finals are set for the weekend of 6 to 8 November 2026 (PSL). Chiefs say their game against Siwelele will be on the weekend of 7 and 8 November (Kaizer Chiefs).

The PSL has not yet confirmed exact dates, kick-off times or venues. It says it will announce them in due course (PSL). Check the PSL match centre for the final fixtures.

Can I buy tickets for Chiefs v Siwelele yet?

Not yet. Kaizer Chiefs say ticket sales and venue details will be shared once the PSL confirms them (Kaizer Chiefs).

Where can I watch the quarter-finals?

The PSL has not yet published TV details for the quarter-finals. The Round of 16 games were shown on SuperSport PSL, channel 202 (ESPN).

What comes after the quarter-finals?

StageDate
Semi-finals21 and 22 November 2026
Final12 December 2026

Source: PSL. Orlando Pirates won the trophy last season, beating Marumo Gallants 1-0 in the final (The South African).

Catch up on how the last eight was decided: Chiefs, Pirates and Sundowns win: Carling Knockout last eight.

FAQ

Who do Kaizer Chiefs play in the Carling Knockout quarter-finals?

Kaizer Chiefs host Siwelele. The game is set for the weekend of 7 and 8 November 2026, with the date, venue and kick-off time still to be confirmed by the PSL.

Who do Orlando Pirates and Mamelodi Sundowns play?

Orlando Pirates play Sekhukhune United and Mamelodi Sundowns play Golden Arrows. The other quarter-final is Stellenbosch FC v AmaZulu.

When is the Carling Knockout final?

The final is on 12 December 2026, according to the PSL. The semi-finals are on 21 and 22 November 2026.

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