2010 Telkom Knockout
The 2010 Telkom Knockout was a football (soccer) knockout competition which comprised the 16 teams in the South African Premier Soccer League. It was the 19th tournament, and the fifth under the Telkom Knockout name. The tournament is effectively South Africa's league cup, as entry is open only to clubs in the top league. The cup is usually played in the first half of the season. The tournament began on 23 October, and it ended on 4 December 2010. Kaizer Chiefs won their 9th title, by defeating Orlando Pirates 3–0 in the final at Soccer City . In all matches there has to be a winner on the day, which will be decided if there is a winner after full-time (90 minutes). If teams are tied at full-time, then extra time is played; penalties will decide the winner if the scores are still even (there is no golden goal rule). Teams. The 16 teams that competed in the Telkom Knockout competition are: (listed in alphabetical order). Results. First round. The draw for the first round was done on 11 October 2010. The first round matches took place on 23, 24 and 27 October. Quarter-finals . The draw for the quarter-finals was done on 28 October 2010. The quarter-finals took place on 6 and 7 November. Semi-finals. The draw for the semi-finals was done on 7 November 2010, following the Maritzburg United vs Mamelodi Sundowns match. The semi-finals took place on 20 and 21 November.