Sifiso Myeni Questions Ouaddou's Public Criticism of Orlando Pirates Players
- Former Orlando Pirates midfielder Sifiso Myeni raised concerns about coach Abdeslam Ouaddou's post-match comments directed at his own players
- Ouaddou came under the spotlight after telling Pirates players they needed to 'wake up' following a 1-1 draw against AmaZulu
- Myeni questioned whether Ouaddou's public outburst pointed to deeper issues behind the scenes at Orlando Pirates
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Former Orlando Pirates midfielder Sifiso Myeni has spoken out about the manner in which coach Abdeslam Ouaddou chose to address his players' performances after Pirates' 1-1 draw against AmaZulu on Wednesday night.
Ouaddou drew attention after the match when he publicly stated that certain members of his squad needed to "wake up," expressing visible frustration with the team's display in front of the cameras.
Myeni calls for a different approach
Myeni, who has transitioned into podcasting since his playing days, argued that the coach's choice to air those concerns through the media was counterproductive. He suggested the dressing room was the appropriate place for such a conversation.
"I am a bit worried about the comments that the coach made after the game in terms of what he said in front of the cameras," Myeni said.
"He said he wants the players to wake up. If he wants the players to wake up, I think and believe there is a better way to do it."
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The former Pirates player also noted that, as a player, he would have reacted poorly to being called out publicly in that manner, warning that such comments could be misread and create friction within the squad.
Myeni left with unanswered questions
Beyond the tactical concern, Myeni admitted the remarks left him uncertain about the coach's mindset and his commitment to the club.
"For me, I am left with unanswered questions. Does the coach still want to be there, or does he want to leave? Or is he frustrated?" he said.
Myeni did not dismiss Ouaddou's right to demand higher standards from his players, but cautioned that public criticism, once in the media, could be interpreted in ways that go beyond the coach's original intent and unnecessarily destabilise the environment inside the club.
He also raised the possibility that supporters may not be fully aware of tensions that could be developing behind the scenes at Pirates.
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