PSL confirm 2026 Nedbank Cup participating teams as draw date is set

The PSL has confirmed the 32 teams that will feature in this season’s Nedbank Cup with the draw date also set.

Kaizer Chiefs are looking to defend their title although Orlando Pirates, who have won the MTN8 and Carling Knockout, pose a big threat, while Mamelodi Sundowns will also be hoping to claim the trophy.

The ‘Big Three’ are joined by the other 13 PSL clubs while there will be eight Motsepe Championship clubs as well as a similar number from the third tier ABC Motsepe League.

#𝐍𝐄𝐃𝐁𝐀𝐍𝐊 𝐂𝐔𝐏 𝐃𝐑𝐀𝐖 𝐎𝐍 𝐓𝐇𝐔𝐑𝐒𝐃𝐀𝐘:

Catch the #NedbankCup Launch and Last 32 Draw on Thursday evening LIVE on SuperSport PSL (Ch. 202) from 19:00. pic.twitter.com/BUlORp70yX

— Official PSL (@OfficialPSL) January 12, 2026

The draw for the Nedbank Cup Round of 32 will be conducted on Thursday, January 15 live on SuperSport TV (PSL channel 202) with the following procedure followed.

2026 Nedbank Cup Round of 32 Draw Procedure

– All club names will be placed in a single pot.

– There will be no seeding.

– In each sequence, the first ball drawn will designate the home club, and the second ball will designate their opponent as the away club.

– This process will continue until all fixtures have been finalised.

2026 Nedbank Cup Round of 32 Clubs

PSL Clubs

AmaZulu, Chippa United, Durban City, Kaizer Chiefs, Lamontville Golden Arrows, Magesi, Mamelodi Sundowns, Marumo Gallants, Orbit College, Orlando Pirates, Polokwane City, Richards Bay, Sekhukhune United, Siwelele, Stellenbosch, TS Galaxy

Motsepe Foundation Championship

Casric Stars, Gomora United, Highbury, Hungry Lions, Lerumo Lions, Milford, University of Pretoria, Upington

ABC Motsepe League

FC Cardinals, SSU M17 FC, Mkhambathi, Tshakuma Tsha Madzivhandila, Luthuli Brigades, Jacksa Spears, Army Rockets, TBC (Western Cape)