Can Sekhukhune United break Orlando Pirates’ dominance?
Zothwane says his players are confident and ready to take on Pirates.
Sekhukhune United faces a daunting challenge as they prepare to take on reigning champions Orlando Pirates in a Carling Knockout quarterfinal clash. The Buccaneers have a commanding record against Sekhukhune, having defeated them three times this season – once in the Betway Premiership and twice in the two-legged MTN8 semi-finals.
However, Sekhukhune United's coach, Papi Zothwane, remains confident and ready to face the challenge. During a media conference, Zothwane emphasized that his players are confident and that it's essential not to dwell on past results. He stressed the importance of giving his players structure and making them aware of Pirates' strengths and weaknesses.
Zothwane also highlighted that his players cannot allow past results against Pirates to dictate their confidence. He aims to maintain the consistency his team has developed over their past six matches, suggesting that a modified approach is necessary to overcome the Buccaneers. On the other side, Orlando Pirates' coach, Abdeslam Ouaddou, warned his team not to assume their previous results will repeat.
Ouaddou also mentioned the difficulties his side faced against Sekhukhune United's Richards Bay team last season, stating that the current coach, Papi Zothwane, is more firmly in charge than before. He believes that to secure a victory, his players must be at their best.
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