# Carling Knockout Cup 2026 tournament

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/carling-knockout-cup-2026-tournament
> Updated: 2026-10-20T14:30:00.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2.

The 2026 Carling Knockout Cup, a partnership between Carling Black Label and the Premier Soccer League, has officially launched. This fourth edition of the tournament features the ‘Champion Coach Experience,’ a new initiative allowing fans to predict starting lineups and vote for a ‘Champion of the Match’ to win prizes.

Following the tournament launch, the Premier Soccer League confirmed the Round of 16 schedule. The eight knockout matches are set to occur between 24 October and 28 October, featuring prominent clubs such as Orlando Pirates, Mamelodi Sundowns, and Kaizer Chiefs.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-20: South African Premier Soccer League announces knockout fixtures

The Premier Soccer League has announced the Round of 16 schedule for the 2026 Carling Knockout Cup, featuring top clubs like Orlando Pirates and Mamelodi Sundowns.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/south-african-premier-soccer-league-announces-knockout-fixtures

### 2026-10-14: Carling Knockout Cup 2026 officially launches

The 2026 Carling Knockout Cup has launched in South Africa, featuring a new ‘Champion Coach Experience’ for fans to predict lineups and participate in the tournament final.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/carling-knockout-cup-2026-officially-launches

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