Orlando Pirates head coach Abdeslam Ouaddou has expressed frustration over the continued absence of Oswin Appollis, Tshepang Moremi and Kamogelo Sebelebele, insisting that the trio must return to South Africa and make themselves available for crucial matches.
Ouaddou praised Sipho Chaine and Nkosinathi Sibisi for stepping up, but admitted that the absence of Appollis, Moremi and Sebelebele has left his squad short-handed.
βFrom my Bafana Bafana players, I was impressed by Sipho Chaine and Nkosinathi Sibisi. They showed up,β Ouaddou said.
βOthers [Appollis, Sebelebele and Moremi] are still in North America. I am starting crucial matches with one or two men down. These players need to land in South Africa.β
The Pirates coach made it clear that he does not want to wait until December for the players to return, stressing the importance of having his full squad available.
βThey are sleeping on duty. We can’t wait till December to get them back. I need results from them,β he added.
The absence of the trio could prove significant for Pirates as they navigate a demanding start to the 2026/27 season. Appollis, Moremi and Sebelebele provide valuable attacking options and squad depth, making their return an important priority for the Buccaneers.
Ouaddouβs comments send a clear message to his players: Pirates need their key Bafana Bafana stars back and ready to contribute immediately.
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