Pirates beat Sekhukhune 1-0 to reach Carling Knockout semis
Orlando Pirates beat Sekhukhune United 1-0 in Soweto on 7 November 2026, with Mpho Padime scoring, to join Sundowns in the Carling Knockout semi-finals.
Orlando Pirates are into the Carling Knockout semi-finals after beating Sekhukhune United 1-0 at Orlando Amstel Arena in Soweto on Saturday, 7 November 2026 (PSL match centre). Mpho Padime scored the only goal in the 32nd minute (SuperSport).
What was the final score?
| Team | Score | Scorer |
|---|---|---|
| Orlando Pirates | 1 | Padime 32' |
| Sekhukhune United | 0 |
The PSL's official match centre lists the result as Orlando Pirates 1-0 Sekhukhune United (PSL match centre).
How did Pirates score?
Padime toe-poked the ball home from close range after a quick free kick outside the box caused a mix-up in the Sekhukhune defence (SuperSport). Tshepang Moremi skied a good chance to make it 2-0 around the 80th minute, and Sipho Chaine made a save from Tsepho Mokoane late on as Sekhukhune pushed in the rain (SuperSport).
Who is already in the semi-finals?
| Team | Quarter-final result | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Mamelodi Sundowns | 1-0 v Golden Arrows | 3 November 2026 |
| Orlando Pirates | 1-0 v Sekhukhune United | 7 November 2026 |
Both results are from the PSL match centre. Pirates are the defending champions (Sportswire).
When is the semi-final draw?
The last two quarter-finals are on Sunday, 8 November, with both kicking off at 18:00: Kaizer Chiefs v Siwelele at Peter Mokaba Stadium and Stellenbosch FC v AmaZulu at Danie Craven Stadium (Sportswire). The PSL has said an unseeded semi-final draw will be done live straight after those matches end, so Pirates' opponent is not yet known (Sportswire).
See the preview for Chiefs vs Siwelele for kick-off and TV details.
FAQ
Who won Pirates vs Sekhukhune on 7 November 2026?
Orlando Pirates won 1-0 at Orlando Amstel Arena to reach the Carling Knockout semi-finals.
Who scored for Pirates against Sekhukhune?
Mpho Padime scored the only goal in the 32nd minute.
Who will Pirates play in the Carling Knockout semi-finals?
It is not known yet. The PSL will hold an unseeded draw straight after Sunday's last two quarter-finals.