Orlando Pirates are in their best form in years, sitting top of the Betway Premiership, three points clear of Mamelodi Sundowns.
They have already claimed the MTN and Carling Knockout Cup this season and are out of the CAF Champions League, meaning they are only fighting on two fronts.
Casric Stars are doing well themselves this season, in the Motsepe Foundation Championship in fourth place with 31 points from 18 games – five points behind league leaders Milford.
With Pirates chasing a historic quadruple, Ouaddou has warned his side against complacency, saying on IOL: “We know that Casric Stars is a very competitive team, playing in the championship. They have demonstrated their capabilities this season, scoring 20 goals while only conceding 15.
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“There are no more small teams, especially in the cups. It is essential for us to take this game seriously.
“A so-called small team can challenge you if you don’t put in the effort or the commitment and seriousness,” Ouaddou added.