Marumo Gallants shock Stellenbosch to make Carling Knockout Cup semis

Siyabulela Shai scored the only goal of the game at the Dr. Petrus Molemela Stadium with a pinpoint header after 17 minutes.

It was a perfect start for the hosts as Shai rose well to meet a superb Daniel Msendami cross from the right-hand side.

Washington Arubi then denied Sanele Barns from restoring parity with a header on goal.

There were little in the way of clear-cut chances for either side until Msendami curled in a free-kick at the start of the second period that Sage Stephens did well to keep out.

Stellies refused to give up without a fight and came close to an equaliser with another headed effort, this time from Ashley Cupido from that ultimately flew over the target.

Devon Titus thought he had scored with a half-volley from outside the area with the game winding down, but Arubi was equal to the effort.

Thapelo Dhludlu then wasted a late chance to put the tie to bed with a one-on-one situation where he came off second best to Stephens.

The result saw Gallants progress to the semi-finals of the competition where they will face off against one of Richards Bay, Mamelodi Sundowns or Magesi.

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