The Polokwane Municipality in Limpopo has congratulated PSL rookies, Magesi FC, for defeating Mamelodi Sundowns 2-1 in the Carling Knockout Cup.

Sundowns had a bright start but Magesi keeper and captain Elvis Chipezeze made four saves in the opening twenty minutes of the match.

Bafana Bafana forward Iqraam Rayners finally broke the deadlock in the 36th minute to give Sundowns a well-deserved lead.

Magesi retaliated and levelled matters through Tshepo Kakora early in the second half.

Delano Abrahams did the unthinkable, scoring the winner for Magesi late in the second half.

Magesi will pocket R6.6 million for lifting the Carling Knockout trophy.

The “Dikwena tsa Meetsi” are campaigning for the elite league after being promoted from the Motsepe Foundation championship.

Polokwane Executive Mayor John Mpe has hailed the team’s achievement.

His spokesperson, Thipa Selala says: “Magesi FC hailing from rural community Moletji in Polokwane have demonstrated that greatness is not described by geography but by determination, discipline and a relentless pursuit of excellence. Congratulations to Magesi FC for embodying the spirit of triumph and proving that success is within reach for those who dare to dream and persevere. You have not made Moletji and Polokwane proud, but have also inspired countless others to aim for greatness.”

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— Official PSL (@OfficialPSL) November 23, 2024

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Limpopo Sports MEC Jerry Maseko has described Magesi FC’s victory as a remarkable achievement.

“I’d like to extend our heartfelt congratulations for Magesi Football Club for their extra-ordinary achievement in winning the prestigious Carling Knockout. This is a remarkable achievement for the province, this is a victory to the people of Moletji, this is a victory for sport development in the country, I hope the whole province is very happy, is united,” beams Maseko.