Marumo Gallants have been crowned the 2025 Cultural Urban Festival Africa (CUFA) Cup champions, securing a dramatic victory over rivals Siwelele FC in a penalty shootout on Sunday afternoon at the Toyota Stadium in Bloemfontein.
In a stunning twist to the Carling Knockout Cup’s opening round, Marumo Gallants sent shockwaves through South African football by knocking out last season’s finalists, Mamelodi Sundowns, in a tense penalty shootout.
Mamelodi Sundowns coach Miguel Cardoso is anticipating a demanding test as his team prepares to face Marumo Gallants in the Carling Knockout Cup Round of 16 this Saturday at Lucas Moripe Stadium.
Marumo Gallants chairman Abram Sello has expressed his enthusiasm over the arrival of new head coach Lafitte Alexandre, describing the club as fortunate to secure his services.