Sekhukhune United coach Cedric Kaze demands changed approach after 1-0 MTN8 defeat to Orlando Pirates

Sekhukhune United coach Cedric Kaze has acknowledged his team will need to change tactics against Orlando Pirates after their 1-0 MTN8 semifinal defeat. Pirates secured a one-goal advantage with Deon Hotto's second-half goal, leaving Sekhukhune needing to win in Soweto to progress. Kaze's main worry was the lack of attacking threat posed by his team.

Pirates goalkeeper Sipho Chaine had minimal work to do for most of the match, with Sekhukhune failing to create meaningful chances in the final third. Kaze stated that while his team started defensively well, they lacked the determination and confidence to push forward. In the second half, they attempted to rectify this with improved intentions and a positive mindset, but still lacked composure in front of goal.

The challenge now is even greater for Babina Noko, who must overturn the deficit away from home in the second leg at Orlando Amstel Arena. Kaze remains optimistic, believing his side still has a chance to win, but the upcoming league match against Pirates on Tuesday could reveal their true attacking capabilities or expose the same weaknesses.