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People are buzzing about the Nedbank Cup semifinal match between Kaizer Chiefs and Mamelodi Sundowns, which took place on the weekend.
The Amakhosi secured a spot in the final with a thrilling 2-1 comeback win over Sundowns at Loftus Versfeld Stadium. Sundowns’ started with an early lead wher Teboho Mokoena scored a stunning free-kick in the final minute of the first half, giving Sundowns the lead.
Despite trailing, Kaizer Chiefs showed remarkable resilience and determination, equalizing through a composed finish from Willard Duba after a defensive error by Lucas Suarez. Ashley Du Preez sealed the win for Chiefs with a clinical finish in the 89th minute, beating the offside trap and side-footing in a floated cross.
While specific fan reactions aren’t available, the match’s significance and dramatic finish likely sparked a range of emotions among supporters. Chiefs’ fans are probably jubilant about their team’s win and excited about the opportunity to win silverware, while Sundowns’ fans might be disappointed but proud of their team’s efforts.
Kaizer Chiefs will now face Orlando Pirates in the Nedbank Cup final, a highly anticipated derby match that promises to be intense and thrilling.
Rejoicing fans took to X (formerly Twitter), one said Chiefs is the best team in the country.
Kaizer Chiefs is the best football club in the country…. give them Real Madrid now pic.twitter.com/prbEDbc7Hi
— Maliek (@KMJ1_0) April 13, 2025
Another one said that the team proved that anything is possible.
If Kaizer Chiefs managed to beat Sundowns it means even me i can wake up tomorrow walking right 🤣🤣 I mean @KaizerChiefs just showed us that anything it’s possible in life. pic.twitter.com/11LwdXAsbb
— Ronewa Mudzanani (@RonewaMudzanan1) April 13, 2025
South African actor, Clement Maosa shared how happy his team made him.
Damn I’m soooo happy @KaizerChiefs THANK YOU!!! #Khosination deserves this win! Off to the final we go…. Ba le ba melomo ba ka no bolela!!!! 🤷🏾♂️ pic.twitter.com/J5b292AC4x
— Clement Maosa (@clementmaosa) April 13, 2025
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