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Stellenbosch FC coach Steve Barker with his technical team and players after Carling Knockout final

Tactics fell out the window - Steve Barker on Stellenbosch's maiden trophy

Following their maiden piece of silverware in top flight football, Stellenbosch FC coach Steve Barker admitted the Carling Knockout final against TS Galaxy at some point was no longer about tactics.

Stellenbosch FC win 2023 Carling Knockout Cup

Stellenbosch FC claim Carling Knockout Cup after penalty drama

Stellenbosch FC emerged as the inaugural Carling Knockout Cup champions, prevailing over TS Galaxy in a penalty shoot-out at the Moses Mabhida Stadium.

TS Galaxy forward Samir Nurkovic

Samir Nurkovic relishing first trophy in SA after Kaizer Chiefs near miss

More than three years since Kaizer Chiefs missed out on the league title by mere seconds, striker Samir Nurkovic is again on the verge of winning his first trophy in the Premier Soccer League.

Bernard Parker of TS Galaxy during the TS Galaxy FC media open day at Sturrock Park on November 30, 2023 in Johannesburg, South Africa.

Bernard Parker's unique role in TS Galaxy’s Carling Knockout final preparations

As TS Galaxy prepare for the Carling Knockout final against Stellenbosch FC this coming weekend, injured veteran striker Bernard Parker insists he played a big role in preparing the team, especially the young players for this clash.

Head Coach, Steve Barker during the DStv Premiership match between Stellenbosch FC and SuperSport United at Danie Craven Stadium on August 26, 2023 in Stellenbosch, South Africa.

Maiden cup final special for Stellies

Stellenbosch FC will rely on coach Steve Barker as they prepare for a maiden trophy since joining the premiership.

Head Coach, Steve Barker during the Stellenbosch FC media open day at Lentelus Sports Ground on November 30, 2023 in Stellenbosch, South Africa.

Stellies’ maiden cup final dedicated to Oshwin Andries and Clive Barker

Stellenbosch FC coach Steve Barker has dedicated reaching the club’s maiden cup final to teenager Oshwin Andries and his late uncle Clive Barker, who both died earlier this year.