{
  "id": 4141214,
  "title": "Majoro warns Orlando Pirates ahead of Sekhukhune MTN8 clash",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/29/majoro-warns-orlando-pirates-ahead-of-sekhukhune-mtn8-clash",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-29T08:04:20.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Citizen",
    "slug": "the-citizen",
    "url": "https://www.citizen.co.za/sport/soccer/local-soccer/majoro-warns-orlando-pirates-ahead-of-sekhukhune-mtn8-clash/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Former Orlando Pirates striker Lehohonolo Majoro has cautioned his former team to prepare for a challenging match when they play Sekhukhune United in the second leg of the MTN8 semifinal at the Orlando Amstel Arena this afternoon. Pirates currently lead Sekhukhune United 1-0 in the current fixture and are favored to advance to the final. Since 2012, Pirates have never lost an MTN8 semi-final tie, having won the trophy in four consecutive seasons. Following their 1-0 victory in the first leg of the semifinal, Pirates extended their lead to 2-0 with a 2-0 win over Babina Noko in a Betway Premiership fixture on Tuesday. Majoro believes Sekhukhune will not be easy for Pirates to defeat three times in a row. In an interview with Sedibeng Ster Sport, Majoro stated, \"We might sit here and think Pirates are already in the final, but they must brace themselves for a fight.\" He added, \"The good thing is that Pirates will be playing in front of their supporters, which will make things difficult for Sekhukhune.\" Majoro expressed his desire to see Pirates and Sundowns face off in the final, believing it would be beneficial for football. Pirates, known for their dominance in the MTN8 Cup, have won the competition four times already. Majoro hopes this victory will make history by being their fifth triumph. Sekhukhune United will be without head coach Cedric Kaze, who received a suspension and is serving a match ban. Paulus Masehe will take charge of the team in this crucial game, following Kaze's dismissal during Tuesday's league match.",
  "summary": "Majoro said there is no way Sekhukhune will allow Pirates to beat them three times in a row.",
  "key_points": [
    "Former Pirates striker Majoro warns Pirates to prepare for tough Sekhukhune match.",
    "Pirates lead Sekhukhune 1-0 in MTN8 semifinal, favored to advance.",
    "Majoro believes Sekhukhune will be difficult for Pirates to beat three times in a row."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}