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University of Pretoria Advances to Nedbank Cup Round of 16 with Victory Over Cape Town Spurs
The University of Pretoria secured a spot in the Round of 16 of the Nedbank Cup following a 1-0 victory over Cape Town Spurs at Tuks Stadium.
The match commenced with both teams aiming to score, with a goal coming for University of Pretoria in the 37th minute as Promise Mkhuma’s shot led to a penalty converted by Delano Abrahams.
At halftime, University of Pretoria held a 1-0 lead, setting the stage for the second half where Ashley Cupido, Bradley Ralani, and Keagan Buchanan were substituted for Cape Town Spurs to increase attacking options.
Despite both sides having chances, the score remained 1-0 in favor of University of Pretoria until the final whistle, with Khomotso Marebane and Abrahams testing Cape Town Spurs’ goalkeeper Neil Boshoff.
In the end, University of Pretoria emerged victorious, progressing to the next round of the competition as Cape Town Spurs bowed out.
University of Pretoria’s lineup featured players such as T. Mahlangu, S. Gum, H. Majadibodu, T. Mohlamonyane, T. Mokoena, P. Mkhuma, K. Marebane, A. Mvambi, T. Makungo, and D. Abrahams.
On the other hand, Cape Town Spurs fielded N. Boschoff, L. Bern, G. Michael, R. De Goede, S. Nkwali, A. Velebayi, J. Moroole, K. Maphathe, C. Butsaka, L. Phewa, and B. Radiopane.
