Pirates sweat over Appollis fitness ahead of Champions League clash

Author: iol.co.zaPublished on: October 14, 2026Country: South Africa

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Pirates sweat over Appollis fitness ahead of Champions League clash

Oswin Appollis of Orlando Pirates was stretchered off during a Betway Premiership match against TS Galaxy FC at Orlando Amstel Arena. Head coach Abdeslam Ouaddou hopes it is just fatigue, as Appollis is a key player for the team amid a busy schedule including the CAF Champions League and a derby against Kaizer Chiefs on October 31. His injury occurred after he contributed to the 3-0 victory by assisting the opening goal. The team decided not to risk further injury and will await medical assessment.

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