With fans gripped by a sense of anticipation, the PSL have added the second-last piece to the jigsaw puzzle that is the Nedbank Cup Soweto Derby final in the making.
Not even the upcoming Betway Premiership clash between old rivals Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates, it would seem, has done enough to dim the light of the cup final that awaits between the two giants.
May 10 at Moses Mabhida Stadium is the date and venue.
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Judging by the banter that has gone on between the two fanbases since Ashley Du Preez netted the winner in a 2-1 Nedbank Cup semi-final against Mamelodi Sundowns earlier this month, this is one game that cannot come soon enough for most.
After all, for Nasreddine Nabi’s troops, there is the small matter of a likely first piece of silverware in 10 years, while on the opposite side, nothing would suffice more than handing cup specialist Jose Riveiro a farewell gift in the form of yet another shiny piece, accompanied by the R7 million prize money.
The Spaniard is leaving The Buccaneers after what will be remembered as a successful three seasons in charge.
On Wednesday, the PSL confirmed the kick-off time for the highly anticipated blockbuster, with both sides set to get the ball rolling at a packed Moses Mabhida at 15:30.
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Fans now wait with bated breath for an announcement pertaining to ticket sales, with those from KwaZulu-Natal and outside eager to soak in the atmosphere from the match venue.
With the kick-off time now confirmed, it would seem the announcement regarding tickets will be made soon, with Ticketpro giving teasers on social media over the last couple of days.
