Maritzburg came from a goal down to beat Mamelodi Sundowns 3-1 in the Nedbank Cup semi-finals for a place in the final.
“We had to come out here and do it for the people that came here to support us.
The Team of Choice dusted themselves off after conceding within a minute of the game, and Makaringe believes that only strengthened their confidence than diminish it.
“We were more determined to win this game. I mean, we have never played a cup final since we got in the PSL. So we knew the purpose of this team is always better than the individual.
“Even before because it was always encouraging to believe in our abilities. So I think it paid off for us."