TS Galaxy assistant coach Bernard Parker sets his sights on winning his first medal since retiring, saying The Rockets have been handed a rare opportunity in the Nedbank Cup.
Orbit College gave their survival chances a timely shot in the arm on Tuesday as they beat TS Galaxy, while Stellenbosch failed to break into the Betway Premiership's top half.
Golden Arrows missed an opportunity to move into the top half of the Betway Premiership on Saturday, while Siwelele beat TS Galaxy, and Orbit College drew with Richards Bay.
TS Galaxy head coach Adnan Beganovic says hosting Mamelodi Sundowns in KwaMhlanga was not intended to disrupt the opposition, but rather to give local supporters an opportunity to witness top-level knockout football.
Mamelodi Sundowns head coach Miguel Cardoso believes lack of concentration proved costly as his side slumped to a 2-0 defeat against TS Galaxy, bringing their Nedbank Cup campaign to an early end.
The Nedbank Cup Round of 16 delivered high drama as TS Galaxy stunned Mamelodi Sundowns with a clinical 2-0 win, while Durban City held their nerve to knock out Upington City on penalties.