The Premier Soccer League (PSL) and proud sponsor, Nedbank, have officially launched the Nedbank Cup with a Round of 32 draw that took place on Thursday evening at the sponsor’s headquarters in Sandton, Johannesburg.
The round-of-32 draw included a mixture of 32 lower-tiered and professional teams.
Nedbank also introduced an unprecedented incentive for fans to be part of the glory. For the first time, supporters have the chance to win a cash prize of R5 million and other weekly prizes if their team clinches the Nedbank Cup title.
Nedbank’s Group Executive for Marketing and Corporate Affairs Khensani Nobanda said the Nedbank Cup is more than about what happens
“The Nedbank Cup is more than just the on-the-field action; it’s about the empowerment, emotions, and connections that football creates,” Nobanda said.
“In the spirit of Ke Yona, Ya Rona, we are set on raising our commitment to bringing fans, stokvels and small businesses closer to the heart of the tournament, celebrating the diverse and vibrant football culture in South Africa and ensuring that stakeholders are an integral part of something truly special. Small businesses will become the “Sponsored Sponsors” of the Nedbank Cup, through an initiative that offers small businesses invaluable brand exposure worth millions.
“’Ke Yona Ya Rona’ goes beyond traditional soccer tournaments, emphasizing the impact of supporting both your team and financial goals. Fans, stokvels, and small businesses are urged to actively engage in the competition, making it an event owned by the people.”
Nobanda also emphasized that in order for fans to stand a chance to win their share of R5 million, if your team emerges as the 2024 Nedbank Cup champions, it is essential to open or transact on your existing Nedbank MiGoals Plus Account as well as participate in weekly fan competitions.
With an active MiGoals Plus or Stokvel Account, fans have the opportunity to select their favourite team, engage in weekly competitions, and transact to enhance their chances of claiming a share of over R5 million in prizes. The ‘Ke Yona Ya Rona’ fan competition promotes a sense of belonging, collaboration, and active involvement among fans and stokvels.
NEDBANK CUP ROUND OF 32 DRAW RESULTS:
NB La Masia v Mamelodi Sundowns
Lamontville Golden Arrows v TS Galaxy F.C
Platinum City Rovers v Moroka Swallows
SuperSport United v Cape Town City
AmaTuks v Cape Town Spurs
Highlands Park v Sekhukhune United
Maritzburg United v Paarl United
SAFA Mpumalanga* v Orlando Pirates
Stellenbosch FC v Pretoria Callies
AmaZulu v Royal AM
NC Professionals v Chippa United
Richards Bay v Polokwane City
FC Ravens v Spain FC
D’General F.C v Madridtas FC
Kaizer Chiefs v Milford FC
JDR Stars v Hungry Lions
*The SAFA Mpumalanga team is yet to be confirmed.
Written by: Diski Voice