Oswin Appollis's form is worrying Orlando Pirates fans!

When Orlando Pirates snapped up Oswin Appollis, few could have predicted just how transformative the signing would prove to be. The winger quickly silenced any doubters, emerging as one of the standout acquisitions of the 2025/26 campaign and playing a pivotal role in the Buccaneers' charge to a historic treble.

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The turning point: The World Cup

His contributions were nothing short of remarkable. Appollis found the back of the net nine times in the Betway Premiership, a tally that cemented his reputation as one of the league's most dangerous attackers. His efforts did not go unnoticed — he was crowned Midfielder of the Season, a fitting reward for a player at the peak of his powers.

Then came the turning point. A disappointing World Cup outing with Bafana Bafana seemed to cast a shadow over his club form, and the spark that had once lit up Pirates' attack began to flicker. This campaign tells a very different story: just a single goal to his name, and a player still searching for the rhythm that once made him feared by defenders across the league.

For now, Appollis finds himself at a crossroads — a talent of undeniable quality, waiting to rediscover the form that once made him untouchable.

Hazem Mlhem |

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Hazem Mlhem est un rédacteur sportif expérimenté, animé par une passion pour le football africain.

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