Ouaddou Lauds “Impact Players” Following Siwelele Victory
Orlando Pirates head coach Abdelsam Ouaddou praised his players, especially the substitutes, after their hard-fought 1-0 win against Siwelele FC in a Betway Premiership encounter at Toyota Stadium on Tuesday.
The crucial moment came from a halftime substitute, Oswin Appollis, who netted the decisive goal with just 10 minutes remaining. This triumph propelled the Buccaneers to fourth place in the league, accumulating 12 points from six matches.
“I’m a very proud coach. I’ve said it before, my dressing room is exceptional,” Ouaddou expressed during a post-match interview with SuperSport TV.
Oswin Appollis: The Game-Changer
Appollis has emerged as an essential player for the Pirates, consistently making significant impacts from the bench. His late goal against Siwelele adds to his impressive contributions.
The Bafana Bafana international, who joined from Polokwane City in the off-season, also scored in the team’s 3-0 defeat of Lioli during the first leg of the CAF Champions League preliminary round at the Bloemfontein venue.
Moreover, he played a pivotal role in the MTN8 final victory over Stellenbosch FC and made a significant impact in the win against Chippa United before the international break.
“All players who enter the field have the drive to change the game; they are remarkable. I refer to them as impact players,” Ouaddou explained.
“That’s why I call them impact players, as they are here to make a difference. They have consistently proven this in recent matches, and I hope they can keep this momentum going.”
