Casric Stars shock Orlando Pirates in Nedbank Cup after dramatic penalty shootout

Orlando Pirates’ quest for a domestic treble came to a shocking halt as Casric Stars stunned the Buccaneers in a dramatic penalty shootout at the Orlando Amstel Arena on Saturday.

After 120 minutes of goalless action, the lower-division side held their nerve to win 5-4 from the spot, booking their place in the Nedbank Cup quarter-finals.

Both teams struggled to break the deadlock during regulation and extra time. Pirates dominated possession early, with Relebohile Mofokeng, Andre de Jong, and Tshepang Moremi creating opportunities, while the Stars threatened sporadically through Fils Ndou Moukete and Makhehleni Makhaula.

Despite multiple chances and corners, neither side managed to find the net, leaving fans on edge as the game headed into extra time and eventually penalties.

Casric Stars shock Orlando Pirates on penalties

The shootout was a tense affair, with Pirates missing crucial early kicks, giving Casric Stars the psychological edge.

Mtsweni, Leletu Skelem, and Bafana Nana converted key penalties for the visitors, while the Buccaneers’ efforts fell short.

In sudden death, Oswin Appollis scored for Pirates, but Nana’s decisive penalty sealed Casric Stars’ historic victory.

The Stars’ win marks one of the biggest upsets of the tournament. However, for the Pirates, it’s a bitter exit from the Nedbank Cup and a missed opportunity to edge closer to a domestic treble.