Charles Esther
Orlando Pirates and Mamelodi Sundowns will lock horns this afternoon in the first leg of the MTN8 semi-finals.
The defending champions, Pirates, earned their spot in the last four after defeating Polokwane City in the quarter-finals. Sundowns, meanwhile, cruised past Richards Bay FC to book their place in the semis.
The highly anticipated fixture takes place at Orlando Stadium this Saturday.
Where to Watch the Big Game
Fans across South Africa will be able to watch the semi-final showdown live.
The match will be broadcast on SABC 1, with free live streaming available on the SABC Plus app and SABC Sport website.
In addition, SuperSport PSL will air the encounter between the two giants of South African football.
Pirates Struggling Under New Coach
The Buccaneers head into the clash on the back of two consecutive losses, piling pressure on newly appointed coach Abdeslam Ouaddou.
Supporters, however, remain optimistic. Many believe Pirates can rediscover their rhythm and mount a strong title challenge.
An emphatic win over Sundowns would provide a much-needed morale boost.
Fans Confident of a Bounce Back
Despite recent setbacks, Pirates supporters are standing firmly behind the team and their coach.
One fan wrote on social media:
“I will defend him… he’s the right coach to lead the team to the league title. Don’t be fooled by these first two games… we are going to bounce back and win the title. We are resilient.”
Aiming for a Fourth Straight MTN8 Title
Orlando Pirates are chasing history as they aim to secure a fourth consecutive MTN8 crown.
But standing in their way is a Sundowns side in red-hot form and brimming with confidence.
This afternoon’s match promises to be a fiery battle between two of the PSL’s biggest rivals.
David Awoyode