Ouaddou Eyes Second Trophy in Four Months with Pirates

Orlando Pirates coach Abdeslam Ouaddou is aiming for his second trophy in four months after reaching the Carling Knockout final. He reflects on the gritty semi-final win and discusses the team's upcoming break and return to the Betway Premiership. Orlando Pirates coach Abdeslam Ouaddou is 90 minutes away from a second trophy in just four months after beating Richards Bay FC in the Carling Knockout semis. Orlando Pirates coach Abdeslam Ouaddou celebrates the 2025 MTN8 final victory over Stellenbosch FC. Image: KickOff/Facebook Just two months after lifting the MTN8, Abdeslam Ouaddou's Pirates have grabbed a ticket for the Carling Knockout final after a 1-0 win over Richards Bay.According to the French-Moroccan tactician, it was never a classic performance, but it was the kind of gritty performance that gets you into finals."I can't say we had a fantastic game in terms of beautiful football," Ouaddou told the media after the clash. "But it's a cup game, we saw a strong team with good organisation and discipline. "My players showed great resilience. Sometimes that's all you need to reach the finals. It was a strong team performance throughout," the Pirates mentor added.Moving on, the Sea Robbers reset as the FIFA break kicks off for the next two weeks. Bafana Bafana will battle Zambia's Chipolopolo in an international friendly at the Nelson Mandela Stadium on Saturday, 15 November. Pirates will return to the match on green grass on Tuesday, 25 November, at home to Chippa United in the Betway Premiership. Did Springbok Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu just make it official with his older rumoured partner - Sarah Langa - in the City of Love? Orlando Pirates icon Steve Lekoelea says he is a true Buccaneers but he can't resist Mamelodi Sundowns' wordclass playing style. Carmién-Bergendal's Rooibos Tea Trade Deal with China brews fresh export opportunities, taking South African tea to exciting new markets. Please Call Me inventor Nkosana Kenneth Makate says he plans to continue working at the South African Local Government Association. "It was a big win, but next week Italy will be up and ready to face us, so we will start preparing for that." Orlando Pirates Abdeslam Ouaddou Carling Knockout Richards Bay FC Football South Africa Latest News, South Africa Headlines Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources. Ouaddou explains why Mbokazi didn't start Arrows gameMbokazi was a surprise omission from the starting line-up in Pirates' 3-1 Betway Premiership victory at the King Zwelithini Stadium. Read more " Pirates coach gives injury updates on Nduli, Ndah and MakhaulaOrlando Pirates coach Abdeslam Ouaddou has provided an important injury update ahead of this afternoon's CBL clash! Read more " 'We have to respect all opponents,' says Ouaddou as Pirates face Richards Bay in Carling Knockout semifinalOrlando Pirates coach Abdeslam Ouaddou smiled when he was reminded of the psychological advantage Yanela Mbuthuma and Nkosikhona Ndaba may give Orlando Pirates against former club Richards Bay FC Read more " Moremi eases Pirates into Carling Knockout finalAbdeslam Ouaddou's Pirates are looking to add the Carling Knockout trophy to the MTN8 title they have already won this season. Read more " Orlando Pirates Reach Carling Knockout Final After Hard-Fought Victory Over Richards BayAbdeslam Ouaddou praises Orlando Pirates' resilience after their 1-0 win against Richards Bay in the Carling Knockout semi-final, securing a place in the final. Tshepang Moremi's goal was the decider. Ouaddou lauded the team's spirit and tactical adjustments. Read more " Ouaddou Downplays Early Success, Focuses on Pirates' Long-Term GoalsOrlando Pirates head coach Abdeslam Ouaddou remains grounded despite the team's impressive performances, emphasizing the need for humility and focusing on long-term goals. With a Carling Black Label Knockout final appearance secured and a strong league run, Ouaddou defers judgement until the season's end, acknowledging the disappointment of their Caf Champions League exit while aiming for continued success in remaining competitions. Read more "