Pirates seek fifth straight MTN8 title against Sundowns

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Mamelodi Sundowns and Orlando Pirates are set to meet in the MTN8 final at Moses Mabhida Stadium, with Pirates pursuing a fifth consecutive title and Sundowns seeking their first MTN8 crown in five years. Sundowns coach Miguel Cardoso says his side is ready, and the team will look to reverse recent cup defeats to Pirates. Both teams reached the final through extra-time quarterfinal wins; Pirates then beat Sekhukhune United 4-0 on aggregate, while Sundowns advanced past Golden Arrows on away goals after losing the first leg. The match is sold out, with more than 50,000 fans expected.

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