The past week has seen thrilling encounters across the DStv Premiership and Nedbank Cup, delivering both expected victories and significant upsets. Football fans have been treated to late goals, penalty shootouts, and intense competition.

**DStv Premiership Action:**

In a crucial DStv Premiership clash on Tuesday, February 25, Mamelodi Sundowns secured a narrow 1-0 victory over AmaZulu FC at the Moses Mabhida Stadium. The game remained a deadlock for much of the match, with both sides displaying strong defensive efforts. However, it was Marcelo Allende who emerged as the hero for the Brazilians, breaking the stalemate with a beautiful finish from close range in the final six minutes of play. This win propelled Mamelodi Sundowns to the top of the Betway Premiership tally.

**Nedbank Cup Round of 16 Delivers Drama:**

The Nedbank Cup Round of 16, played on Saturday, February 21, saw a series of dramatic matches, including some major upsets:

* **Golden Arrows vs. Stellenbosch:** Golden Arrows continued their quest for a first trophy since 2009 by edging out Stellenbosch with a 1-0 victory at the King Zwelithini Stadium.
* **TS Galaxy vs. Mamelodi Sundowns:** In a significant upset, TS Galaxy stunned Mamelodi Sundowns with a commanding 2-0 win at the Solomon Mahlangu Stadium, effectively knocking the Brazilians out of the competition.
* **Casric Stars vs. Orlando Pirates:** Casric Stars delivered another shocker, defeating Orlando Pirates 5-4 on penalties after a goalless draw at the Orlando Amstel Arena in Soweto. This victory secured Casric Stars a spot in the next round.
* **Upington City vs. Durban City:** Durban City advanced to the quarter-finals after a low-scoring penalty shootout, winning 2-0 from the spot-kick against Upington City at the Mxolisi Dicky Jacobs Stadium.

Earlier Nedbank Cup action included:

* **AmaZulu vs. Polokwane City (February 10, 2026):** AmaZulu overcame a 10-man Polokwane City with a 2-1 win in extra time, thanks to late heroics from Thandolwenkosi Ngwenya, securing their place in the Round of 16.
* **Sunday’s Top-Flight Clashes (February 8, 2026):** Golden Arrows, TS Galaxy, and Richards Bay all secured wins in their respective all-top-flight Nedbank Cup Round of 32 matches, completing a busy weekend of action.