Arthur Sales relishing 'big game' against Pirates in MTN8 final

He described the clash between the two South African giants as the type of match players want to be involved in.

The Brazilians and Buccaneers meet in what promises to be another intense encounter between two clubs that have regularly competed for domestic honours in recent years.

For Sales, the occasion is far more appealing than playing a midweek fixture against lesser opposition.

"I think the tough games in South Africa are against Pirates. Many years we stay close (in the league). We compete for cups and league. I think it's the most big game for us in South Africa," the Brazilian attacker told the media during the MTN8 final media open day.

"Of course, it's a big game. Two big clubs in one final. It's different to play Sundowns and Pirates in a league game. Now it's a final. I am feeling happy to play this kind of game. I prefer to play this final than on a Wednesday, travel to a small stadium. I prefer more this games for the level."

Sales missed the start of the season through injury but has returned to contention and could play a role in Sundowns' attempt to end their wait for a domestic knockout trophy with the Buccaneers dominating the Wafa Wafa tournament having won it in the last four years.

"When the year started, the coach said 'I want to fight for this cup' because already Cardoso has not won this one. We see a lot of people talking about this game. Our answer for this one is we want this cup," he added.