Nedbank Cup: Jose Riveiro on course for memorable bow as Orlando Pirates beat Marumo Gallants to storm into third successive Nedbank Cup final

After 22 minutes of play, Kabelo Dlamini connected a cut-in from Patrick Maswanganyi to beat Marumo Gallants goalkeeper Washington Arubi and set Orlando Pirates on the winning path.

After sealing a 1-0 win, the Buccabeers are unbeaten in 14 successive Nedbank Cup games and this will be the third successive Nedbank Cup final Pirates will feature in under coach Jose Riveiro.

In total, the Spaniard will be taking charge of his sixth Cup final as he prepares to leave the Soweto giants at the end of the season.

With Gallants spirited in attack, keen to level matters, Pirates had some work to do in terms of defending.

That saw Makhehlene Makhaula steely in protecting his defence and avoiding potential damage.

After enduring a difficult season in which they had to fight to stay safe from relegation, Gallants are back to focus on the Premier Soccer League.

They have missed out on an opportunity to finish the season with a piece of silverware but they still have a lot to play for this season.

After Sunday's match, Pirates now switch focus to the continent and host Egyptian side Pyramids in a Caf Champions League semi-final, first leg match on Friday.

A day later, Gallants welcome Golden Arrows to Dr Petrus Molemela as they try to get into the top eight of the Premier Soccer League.