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Orlando Pirates coach, Abdeslam Ouaddou
Orlando Pirates coach Abdelsalam Ouaddou is adamant that his side will fight until the end for the title race despite dropping points.
Ouaddou has admitted that dropping points in crucial matches has made it difficult for Pirates to catch up with leaders Sundowns.
The Soweto-based side were held to a 2-2 draw by Richards Bay on Friday.
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The result left the Buccaneers one point behind log leaders Mamelodi Sundowns, who have collected 56 points from 23 matches, while Pirates have managed to collect 55 points from 24 matches.
Despite this, the Moroccan-born coach says his side will give Sundowns a good run for their money.
“We didn’t get the three points, things will become difficult for the rest of the league. But nothing is impossible when I’m telling you that it will be difficult, it means we still have a small chance to dream.”
Abdelsalam Ouaddou has meanwhile emphasised the need for focus and professionalism for the remainder of the season. He has urged his players to keep fighting, improve performances, and finish strongly despite the uphill battle.
“Our boys and technical staff will fight until death and will sit around the table and we will count the points.”
