“From a Nedbank point of view, we extremely delighted that over 60% of the preliminary Nedbank Cup games are being broadcasted. We can start setting the mood for the tournament early already,” said Nedbank head of group sponsorships, Andy Scott.

Scott also gave the National First Division clubs a vote of confidence, adding that he believes the preliminary round will serve out a few contenders for the Nedbank Cup.

First time on TV

The clubs were excited at the prospects of having their games televised. “It's the first time we going to be on television at this level. It will definitely give the players extra motivation and the will to win,” commented a thrilled Tso Mokeane, African Warriors Communications Manager.

Warriors travel to the Harry Gwala Stadium to take on Maritzburg United on today, Friday, 25 January 2008.

Abednego Msibi, manager of Witbank Spurs, was equally thrilled at the latest development. “We are very excited especially as we have the opportunity to showcase the Mpumanalanga Province as well,” said Msibi. “And the players are excited too as the exposure they'll be receiving will allow them to be spotted by some of the bigger clubs in South Africa.”

Witbank Spurs host Ikapa Sporting on Saturday 26 January 2008.

Match details

Supersport has confirmed that it will broadcast the following matches:

Friday 25 January	NCP 1	Maritzburg United vs African Warriors	Harry Gwala Stadium	4pm (live)
Saturday 26 January	NCP 4	Witbank Spurs vs Ikapa Sporting	Ackerville Stadium	3pm (live)
Sunday 27	NCP 8	Winners Park vs Bay United	Seshego Stadium	3pm (live)

The SABC will televise the following matches:

Friday 25 January	NCP 3	Durban Stars vs Hanover Park	King Zwelithini Stadium	4pm (delayed)
Saturday 26 January	NCP 7	F.C.AK vs Western Province Utd	Eldorado Park Stadium	1.15pm (live)

[25 Jan 2008 08:25]

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