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Durban City have been crowned 2026 Nedbank Cup champions after a dramatic 2–1 comeback victory over TS Galaxy at the Peter Mokaba Stadium on Saturday 2 May 2026, securing the club’s first major cup title.
In a final filled with tension and momentum swings, TS Galaxy took the lead just before half-time following an unfortunate own goal by Durban City forward Jean Lwamba. The goal handed Galaxy a 1–0 advantage at the break and put them in a strong position to control the match.
However, Durban City responded with urgency in the second half, with Mfanafuthi Mkhize securing a goal in the 57th minute. Lwamba, who had the misfortune of conceding earlier, stepped up when it mattered most. . He came back in the second half with determination written all over him, scoring in the 71st minute to complete a stunning turnaround and silence the Galaxy supporters.
The result has been confirmed as Durban City’s first Nedbank Cup triumph, celebrating an important milestone for the club.
For many fans, Durban City’s triumph reinforces the growing competitiveness of the domestic game and offers inspiration to smaller teams aiming for national success.
As the dust settles, Durban City’s name is now firmly written into Nedbank Cup history, a breakthrough moment built on resilience, and a night defined by one player’s remarkable turnaround.
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