Orlando Pirates coach Abdeslam Ouaddou hails African Stars' demolition in CAF Champions League - 'Credit has to be given to the boys'
Orlando Pirates coach Abdeslam Ouaddou praised his team's 4-0 victory over African Stars FC, which secured their spot in the CAF Champions League group stages. The win marks a successful return to continental competition for the Soweto giants.
Why it matters
Success in the CAF Champions League is a major milestone for African football clubs, impacting their regional standing and financial growth.
The Moroccan tactician has praised his troops for their professional display as the Buccaneers stormed into the Champions League group stages emphatically. The Soweto giants dismantled Namibian opposition to book their place among Africa’s elite, putting the disappointment of their previous continental campaign behind them.
Orlando Pirates officially ended their wait for CAF Champions League group stage football with a commanding 4-0 second-leg victory over African Stars FC on Friday night. Following a narrow 1-0 win in the first leg held in Botswana, the Sea Robbers produced a clinical performance at the Orlando Amstel Arena to wrap up a dominant 5-0 aggregate triumph.
Abdeslam Ouaddou was visibly relieved to see his side navigate the preliminary rounds, especially after the disappointment of failing to reach this stage during the previous campaign.
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