Orlando Pirates coach Abdeslam Ouaddou struggles to take positives from 3-0 Marumo Gallants win

Orlando Pirates coach Abdeslam Ouaddou struggles to take positives from 3-0 Marumo Gallants win

Goals from Yamela Mbuthuma (3'), Patrick Maswanganyi (28') and Relebohile Mofokeng (84') sealed the one-side victory to lift the Buccaneers on to 38 points from 16 games.

Mamelodi Sundowns are hot on their heels in second place with 32 games from 15 game, and next face Ouaddou's side in a top of the table clash on Wednesday.

Reflecting on the game though, Ouaddou slammed a number of missed chances and explained that his side need to be more clinical in front of goal if they are to claim the South African top-flight title this season.

He said on IOL after the match: "The only positive point about today is the three points.

"The positive is that we scored early. Had Marumo scored early, the game would have been different.

"When you are playing for such a big club with a lot of ambition, it becomes crucial that we finish in the last third. I have been saying that, and it is now becoming a sickness."

Ouaddou added that his team need to be more "serious", saying: "If you want to convert the chances, let's be more serious in the last third. We are not here to play circus.

"We are here to compete, and we have a lot of expectations from the fans and the club. We are a huge club in Africa, and I am very ambitious — I will not hide it — we want to win the title."

Related News

Betway Premiership wrap: Chippa secure valuable victory to move away from danger

Betway Premiership wrap: Chippa secure valuable victory to move away from danger

  • 18 hours ago

Chippa United moved clear of the relegation zone with a much-needed 3-0 victory over Richards Bay, as Polokwane City and Siwelele played out to a tame draw in Saturday's Betway Premiership action.

Orlando Pirates take control of title race with big win against Marumo Gallants

Orlando Pirates take control of title race with big win against Marumo Gallants

  • 22 hours ago

Orlando Pirates strengthened their grip on the Betway Premiership title race with a commanding 3-0 victory over Marumo Gallants at Orlando Stadium on Saturday.

Ex-Orlando Pirates defender Mbekezeli Mbokazi breaks silence on his MLS move

Ex-Orlando Pirates defender Mbekezeli Mbokazi breaks silence on his MLS move

  • 1 day ago

Former Orlando Pirates defender Mbekezeli Mbokazi has spoken publicly for the first time following heavy criticism surrounding his surprise transfer to Chicago Fire.

Velemseni Ndwandwe tips Siyanda Ndlovu for the very top after interests from big teams

Velemseni Ndwandwe tips Siyanda Ndlovu for the very top after interests from big teams

  • 1 day ago

Golden Arrows midfielder Velemseni Ndwandwe has sung the praises of teammate Siyanda Ndlovu, describing the 22-year-old as one of the standout performers in the Betway Premiership.