Nedbank Cup: Prize Money Breakdown After Orlando Pirates' Comeback Victory Over Mamelodi Sundowns

• Orlando Pirates defeated Mamelodi Sundowns 2-1 in the Nedbank Cup final, securing a significant financial reward
• 19-year-old Relebohile Mofokeng scored the winning goal in stoppage time, following an equalizer from Patrick Maswanganyi
• The victory marked the team's second consecutive Nedbank title and reinforced their status as cup specialists

In an exhilarating match at Mbombela Stadium in Mpumalanga, Orlando Pirates showcased resilience and determination to defend their Nedbank Cup title.

Overcoming DSTv Premiership champions, Mamelodi Sundowns, with a thrilling 2-1 victory, the Buccaneers left fans at the edge of their seats.

19-year-old Relebohile Mofokeng was the day's hero, capping off his debut season in spectacular fashion.

In the dying moments of the match, Mofokeng found the net, sealing the victory for the Sea Robbers. Per Times Live, his decisive goal strike came after Patrick Maswanganyi equalized from the penalty spot in the 69th minute.

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The win secured them R7 million in prize money, reinforcing their status as cup specialists.

Nedbank Cup Prize Money Breakdown

The financial rewards of the Nedbank Cup were significant. According to iDiski Times, the breakdown of the prize money is as follows:

• Winner: R7,000,000 (Orlando Pirates)
• Runners-up: R2,500,000 (Mamelodi Sundowns)
• Semi-finalists: R1,000,000 each (Chippa United and Stellenbosch FC)
• Quarter-finalists: R400,000 each
• Last 16: R200,000 each
• Round of 32: R100,000 each

The victory marked Pirates' back-to-back Nedbank Cup triumphs and their second cup double, having also won the last two MTN8 trophies. Under coach Jose Riveiro, the team has developed a reputation for excelling in knockout competitions. The Spanish tactician, who now boasts a perfect record in the Ke Yona Cup, expressed his elation after the match, highlighting the determination and tenacity of his players.

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Sundowns manager, Rulani Mokwena, struggled to articulate his disappointment following the unexpected defeat. His team, which had only suffered one league loss all season, was the favourite going into the final. However, they could not maintain their lead and fell victim to the Pirates' relentless pursuit of victory.

Despite their loss, the Brazilians walked away with R2.5 million as the runners-up, as semi-finalists Chippa United and Stellenbosch FC each received R1 million.

Pirates legend calls out Riveiro

Sports Brief reported that former Pirates striker, Bruce Ramokgadi, bashed Riveiro, saying he would never lead the club to a league title.

Ramokgadi is not impressed with Riveiro's management style. He thinks the coach changes the team way too much.

The Sea Robbers hired him in June 2022 with the hope that he would end their long wait for a DSTv Premiership title.