Lamontville Golden Arrows have eliminated Kaizer Chiefs from the MTN8 after securing a narrow 1-0 victory at FNB Stadium, booking their place in the semi-finals.
The decisive moment came from Khulekani Shezi, whose goal punished a wasteful Chiefs side and sent Golden Arrows into the final four of the competition.
Shezi Makes the Difference
The quarter-final was a tightly contested affair, with Chiefs unable to turn their opportunities into goals.
Golden Arrows remained disciplined and waited for their opportunity before Shezi found the breakthrough, giving the Durban side the lead.
Amakhosi pushed for an equaliser but could not find a way past the Arrows defence.
Chiefs Pay the Price for Missed Chances
Kaizer Chiefs will look back at the quarter-final with frustration after failing to capitalise on their opportunities.
The defeat ends their return to the MTN8 at the quarter-final stage and denies new head coach Fernando da Cruz the chance to guide the club into the final four of the competition.
For Chiefs, the result will raise questions about their attacking efficiency as they continue building under their new coach.
Golden Arrows Into the Last Four
Golden Arrows can celebrate a major cup victory after eliminating one of South Africa’s biggest clubs away from home.
Their defensive organisation and ability to take advantage of Chiefs’ mistakes proved decisive in a match where fine margins mattered.
The result sends Arrows into the MTN8 semi-finals, where they will face another major test in their pursuit of the trophy.
MTN8 Semi-Finalists Confirmed
The four teams remaining in the competition are:
- 🏴☠️ Orlando Pirates
- 💛💙 Mamelodi Sundowns
- 🟢 Sekhukhune United
- 🟡 Golden Arrows
The semi-final draw will determine the next fixtures as the battle for the MTN8 trophy intensifies.
Final Result
🏆 MTN8 Quarter-Final
Kaizer Chiefs 0-1 Golden Arrows
⚽ Khulekani Shezi
✅ Golden Arrows advance to the semi-finals.
Editorial Note
This report is based on the full-time result supplied for the MTN8 quarter-final at FNB Stadium. Golden Arrows won 1-0, with Khulekani Shezi scoring the decisive goal.
