Deon Hotto strike gives Orlando Pirates narrow MTN8 semi-final first-leg lead over Sekhukhune
Deon Hotto's first-half strike earned Orlando Pirates a crucial 1–0 away victory over Sekhukhune United in the first leg of their MTN8 semi-final on Saturday.
Orlando Pirates secured a narrow 1-0 first-leg victory over Sekhukhune United in the MTN8 semi-final at Old Peter Mokaba Stadium, giving the team a healthy away-goal and clean-sheet advantage for the upcoming second leg. Deon Hotto, a veteran player, scored the lone goal for Pirates in the match. Coach Abdeslam Ouaddou demonstrated flexibility in his approach, giving starting appearances to newcomers Simphiwe Masilela, Thapelo Mokobodi, and Mthetheleli Mthiyane, alongside Hotto.
Sekhukhune United struggled to break through Pirates' compact midfield and struggled to create chances, managing only one shot on target throughout the game. The match, which served as the start of a three-match series, saw Pirates dominate the game, but they had to settle for a narrow win. The second leg will be played at Orlando Amstel Arena, with both teams set to face each other again in the league on Tuesday and again three days later, at the same venue.
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