Arop Jonchol
By: Arop Jongchol
After the announcement of their opponents in the quarterfinals of the 14th edition of the South Sudan National Cup, the paths of the title holders and last year’s runners-up—Jamus Juba and Al-Merreikh Bentiu—towards the semifinals seem quite favorable. Jamus Juba, the reigning champions, will face Majak Ajuong, the champions of Wanjok from Group A, on April 21 at 1:00 PM at Juba National Stadium. Meanwhile, Al-Merreikh Bentiu will meet Al-Merreikh Renk, who qualified from Group C, at 3:00 PM on the same day and at the same venue.
The other two quarterfinal matches will feature Galb Alasad Melut against Aweil United on April 22 at 1:00 PM, followed by Gold Star Rumbek versus Koryom Bor at 3:00 PM, both also at Juba National Stadium.
The winners of these matches will advance to the semifinal stage of the tournament, which follows a knockout format all the way to the final.
Eight clubs qualified for the quarterfinals from three groups. From Group A in Rumbek came Aweil United, Majak Ajuong Wanjok, and Gold Star Rumbek. From Group B in Juba, Jamus Juba, Al-Merreikh Bentiu, and Koryom Bor qualified. Group C in Renk contributed Al-Merreikh Renk and Galb Alasad Melut.
Jamus Juba holds the title of the 13th edition of the South Sudan National Cup, having defeated Al-Merreikh Bentiu in the final.
