Orlando Pirates ‘need to play smart’ against Sekhukhune United

Orlando Pirates head coach Abdeslam Ouaddou has urged his players to play smartly in their upcoming MTN8 semifinal against Sekhukhune United. The Buccaneers will host the away team in the first leg at the Old Peter Mokaba Stadium on Saturday at 3pm. Ouaddou acknowledged the difficulty of the matchup, stating that the teams have a history of tough games.

He emphasized the need for Orlando Pirates to handle the challenge of the small pitch at Old Peter Mokaba Stadium. Ouaddou's team aims to retain the MTN8 title for a fifth consecutive season. He stressed the importance of maintaining a smart and compact approach in the away match.