The 2026 Carling Knockout Cup Round of 16 fixtures has been confirmed following the draw on Wednesday evening.

The last 16 draw took place at the Langhams Lifestyle Estate in Johannesburg.

The big three of Mamelodi Sundowns, Orlando Pirates and Kaizer Chiefs have avoided each other in the first round of the competition.

Defending champions Pirates are set to take on Milford FC, while Sundowns will square off against Marumo Gallants.

Meanwhile, Kaizer Chiefs are up against TS Galaxy, while Durban City FC will face Stellenbosch FC.

In other fixtures, Golden Arrows will play Chippa United, Polokwane City will take on Siwelele FC, while Sekhukhune United face Richards Bay.

The Premier Soccer League will confirm the dates, venues and times in due course.

CARLING KNOCKOUT CUP LAST 16 DRAW:

Kruger United v AmaZulu FC
Mamelodi Sundowns v Marumo Gallants
Lamontville Golden Arrows v Chippa United
Durban City FC v Stellenbosch FC
Orlando Pirates v Milford FC
Polokwane City v Siwelele FC
Kaizer Chiefs v TS Galaxy
Sekhukhune United v Richards Bay FC