The 2006 ABSA Cup was the 2006 season of the South African club football (soccer) knockout tournament, known at the time under its sponsored name, the ABSA Cup.

2006 ABSA Cup
Tournament details
Country South Africa
Defending championsSupersport United
Final positions
ChampionsKaizer Chiefs (12th title)
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It was won by Kaizer Chiefs, who defeated Orlando Pirates on penalties after a goalless draw in normal time.[1] This was the first Soweto derby final since 1988.[2]

Results

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Semi-finals

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Mamelodi Sundowns0–0Kaizer Chiefs
Penalties
1–2
Orlando Pirates2–1Tembisa Classic
Mathe   1'
Chabalala   55'
Cashibe   59'

Final

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The choice of venue for the final was controversial, with the smaller Kings Park Stadium in Durban (known at the time as the ABSA Stadium) chosen over the larger FNB Stadium in Johannesburg, although it is believed that the sponsorship of that stadium by a rival bank to played a role.[3]

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References

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  1. ^ Ngobeni, Vata (21 May 2006). "Chiefs win Absa Cup on penalties". The Mail & Guardian. Retrieved 5 January 2024.
  2. ^ "Chiefs crowned Absa Cup champions". IOL. 21 May 2006. Retrieved 5 January 2024.
  3. ^ Madywabe, Lungile (19 May 2006). "Knives out for Absa Cup final". The Mail & Guardian. Retrieved 5 January 2024.
  4. ^ "South Africa 2005/06". www.rsssf.org. Retrieved 1 January 2024.