Buccaneers march into MTC Maris Cup semi-finals

Brian Munango
  • 1 Day Ago 04 February 2025
Bucks Buccaneers booked their place in the MTC Maris Cup semi-finals with a dramatic 1-0 victory over crowd favourites KK Palace in the final quarter-final clash at Independence Stadium.



Late Heroics Seal Victory

With the match heading towards a tense finish, substitute Gerland Kaengurora emerged as the hero, scoring a late winner after a pinpoint cross from Giovanni Engelbrecht. The well-executed goal sparked celebrations among the Buccaneers faithful, who had been on edge throughout the tightly contested battle.



Jacobs Praises Buccaneers' Fighting Spirit

Head coach Woody Jacobs was full of praise for his players, acknowledging the challenge posed by KK Palace.



"They are a very strong team with young, electrifying players, so they made us work for the victory. I did not want the match to go to penalties, so I told the boys at halftime to push. In the end, Kaengurora’s brilliant play brought us the goal. All in all, it was a brilliant game of football, and we look forward to the semi-finals," Jacobs said.



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Mariental Sport Stadium

15 & 16 February 2025



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