Orlando Pirates coach Abdeslam Ouaddou is confident his side can book their place in the final of the MTN8.

The Sea Robbers came from behind to secure a 1-1 draw against Mamelodi Sundowns in the MTN8 semi-final first-leg played at the Orlando Stadium on Saturday.

The Buccaneers will now turn their attention to the upcoming second-leg which is scheduled to take place at the Lucas Moripe Stadium next Saturday.

Ouaddou says he was disappointed with the result but insists he will not dwell on the past and put his focus on the return leg.

“I think it was a great game from both teams,” Ouaddou told SuperSport TV after the game.

“Both teams tried to play some good football with intensity. I think it’s what the fans are expecting from such game.

“I think from our side, we are maybe disappointed with the result because we wanted to win, of course. We concede from a set-piece.

“But I have to congratulate the boys for the energy, about the character they have to come back. Let’s say it’s the first half, there’s still a second half.

“Everything will be decided in the second game, we still have the opportunity to qualify but it was a good game.”