Kaizer Chiefs dodged a bullet with Appollis’ Pirates move

It’s a theory.

Orlando Pirates have wrapped up the signing of Bafana winger Oswin Appollis. Did Kaizer Chiefs potentially dodge a bullet?

Kaizer Chiefs have been pleasantly surprised by the progress of Glody Lilepo.

Meanwhile, Asanele Velebayi remains a top target in the wide attacking positions.

‘Chiefs will still finish ninth with their new signings’

Is Orlando Pirates signing Appollis overrated?

Oswin Appollis suffered a little from ‘second-season’ syndrome after a breakout campaign in 2023-2024. This term, the Polokwane livewire only managed two goals and an assist from 25 league outings. Hardly earth-shattering numbers for a player expected to win games for his manager. Polokwane improved on last season’s eighth-placed finish with a seventh-placed finish this term, so it’s not as if his teammates regressed. Appollis claimed six goals and three assists in the league last time out.

In short, there will be cheaper and more productive options on the market.
Orlando Pirates sign Oswin Appollis. image: @orlandopirates/X

Do Kaizer Chiefs need wingers?

The other side of the argument is that Chiefs are severely lacking in the wide attacking areas. Currently, their options are Mfundo Vilakazi, Glody Lilepo, Pule Mmodi and Tebogo Potsane.

Potential Kaizer Chiefs XI for next season

Bvuma; Monyane, Miguel, Dortley, Shinga; Cele, Maart; Velebayi, Chislett, Lilepo; Ighodaro.