Andre Arendse’s message to SuperSport United players after their cup exit was one of pride and encouragement. Despite being eliminated by Orlando Pirates on penalties, he saw the performance as something to build on.
Arendse expressed his admiration for the players, saying he felt every moment of the match alongside them. He acknowledged that there were instances where they gave away possession too easily but praised their resilience and defensive efforts. He highlighted how well they pressed against a possession-dominant team like Pirates, which helped them stay competitive.
He pointed out the missed chances, mentioning that Gamphani Lungu and Christian Saile had opportunities to score but made errors in decision-making. However, he saw potential in their performance and believed they could take valuable lessons into future matches.
The coach was particularly impressed by Gape Moralo’s equaliser in the 90th minute, calling it a brilliantly executed goal that demonstrated awareness and determination. Arendse felt that after the goal, SuperSport United grew stronger and ended the match as the better team.