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.
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]
| Orlando Pirates | 2–1 | Tembisa Classic |
|---|---|---|
Mathe  1' Chabalala 55' |
Cashibe 59' |
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]
