💨 Abstract

Orlando Pirates recently introduced Abdoulaye Mariko, a 22-year-old Malian forward known for his top performance in the Malian Ligue 1. Mariko showed promise in his debut against Polokwane City. However, Coach Abdeslam Ouaddou emphasizes that Mariko must learn English to better integrate into the team and the new environment. This language barrier, along with the new culture and team dynamics, is seen as a challenge for Mariko.

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