The South African·South Africa·Saturday, August 22, 2026 at 02:56 PM

Orlando Pirates take precious MTN8 semi-final first-leg lead

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Garrin Lambley

Defending MTN8 champions Orlando Pirates took another step towards holding onto their title when they beat Sekhukhune United in the first-leg of their semi-final on Saturday.

The match at the Old Peter Mokaba Stadium finished 1-0.

Deon Hotto scored the only goal on the match in the 43rd minute.

AS IT HAPPENED | MTN8: Orlando Pirates vs Sekhukhune United

The second leg will take place on Saturday, 29 August at 15:00.

The other semi-final first-leg between Mamelodi Sundowns and Golden Arrows will take place on Sunday, 23 August at 15:00.

Teams

Sekhukhune United

Buthelezi, Mkhize, Kazeem, Matsimbi, Mobbie, Cardoso, Rammala, Mojela, Tlaka, Mokoena, Ndlovu

Substitutes: Nsabata, Ndlozi, Malivha, Mcaba, Khiba, Ramabu, Nkwana, Phiri, Mahlangu

Orlando Pirates

Chaine, Sebelebele, Sibisi, Seema, Hotto, Mthiyane, Mokobodi, Masilela, Lungu, Appollis, Mbuthuma

Substitutes: Dladla, Kgositsile, Dansin, Msendami, Zulu, Pedersen, Selepe, Rapoo, Makhaula

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