Stellenbosch vs Kaizer Chiefs Live Results: Carling Knockout
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Stellenbosch vs Kaizer Chiefs live score results
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Cape Town – Stellenbosch FC triumphed over Kaizer Chiefs in a nail-biting 5–4 penalty shootout victory after a tense 0–0 draw at the DHL Cape Town Stadium. The result sends Stellenbosch through after a dramatic evening of football filled with missed chances, heroic saves, and late drama.
Cagey First Half with Few Clear Chances
The first 45 minutes were evenly contested, with both sides showing discipline but lacking the final touch. Kaizer Chiefs dominated possession and created more opportunities, registering 16 shots compared to Stellenbosch’s 8, but failed to capitalize.
Stellenbosch’s defensive organization stood out, with goalkeeper Sage Stephens keeping his team composed at the back. Chiefs’ Ashley Du Preez and Mduduzi Shabalala tried to break the deadlock, but their efforts were either off target or well-handled by the Stellenbosch defense.
Second Half Tension and a Red Card
The match intensified in the second half, with tempers flaring and energy levels dropping. Stellenbosch’s Thapelo Mokobodi and Chiefs’ Thabo Cele picked up yellow cards as both teams fought for control in midfield.
The game took a dramatic turn in extra time, when Thapelo Mokobodi was shown a red card in the 106th minute, leaving Stellenbosch to finish the match with ten men. Despite the numerical disadvantage, Stellenbosch held firm, taking the game to penalties.
Penalty Shootout Drama
The penalty shootout delivered high tension from the first kick. Both teams showed nerves of steel, but a few costly misses made the difference:
| Player | Team | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Thabo Moloisane | Stellenbosch | ✅ Goal |
| Thabo Cele | Kaizer Chiefs | ✅ Goal |
| Mthetheleli Mthiyane | Stellenbosch | ✅ Goal |
| Aden McCarthy | Kaizer Chiefs | ✅ Goal |
| Sage Stephens | Stellenbosch | ✅ Goal |
| Bradley Cross | Kaizer Chiefs | ✅ Goal |
| Athenkosi Mcaba | Stellenbosch | ✅ Goal |
| Tashreeq Morris | Kaizer Chiefs | ❌ Miss |
| Sanele Barns | Stellenbosch | ✅ Goal |
| Dillan Solomons | Kaizer Chiefs | ❌ Miss |
Final Score (Penalties): Stellenbosch FC 5–4 Kaizer Chiefs
Match Stats Overview
| Statistic | Stellenbosch FC | Kaizer Chiefs |
|---|---|---|
| Shots (On Target) | 8 (2) | 16 (6) |
| Corners | 6 | 4 |
| Fouls | 21 | 19 |
| Yellow Cards | 0 | 1 |
| Red Cards | 1 | 0 |
| Passes Completed | 393 | 362 |
| Passing Accuracy | — | — |
Despite being outshot and reduced to ten men, Stellenbosch’s composure under pressure and clinical penalty-taking proved decisive.
Key Players
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Sage Stephens – Heroic between the posts, saving crucial penalties and maintaining composure after replacing Oscarine Masuluke.
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Athenkosi Mcaba – Scored under pressure and anchored the backline through a tough second half.
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Thabo Cele – Chiefs’ standout performer, solid in midfield and confident from the spot despite the team’s loss.
Stellenbosch FC’s resilience, tactical discipline, and mental toughness earned them a place in the next round after a dramatic shootout. Kaizer Chiefs will be left to rue missed opportunities and wasted dominance, as their quest for silverware takes another hit.
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