Orlando Pirates Coach Jose Riveiro praises in-form Relebohile Mofokeng's impact and Bucs squad depth amid busy fixture schedule - 'It’s a luxury for a coach to have this kind of arsenal'

Orlando Pirates have started the season on fire, clinching the MTN8 trophy and winning six out of six league matches, placing them on top of the log.

The club has also integrated young talents into the squad, and one standout name is Relebohile Mofokeng.

So far this season, Mofokeng has featured in 14 games across all competitions, scoring four goals and providing five assists.

His performances have not gone unnoticed, earning him a call-up to the national team by Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos. He has already gained valuable international experience, logging a few minutes on the pitch for South Africa.

Coach Jose Riveiro recently praised the 20-year-old’s contributions, emphasizing his importance to the team.

According to the Spaniard, Mofokeng’s quality and commitment have made him an essential part of the squad’s success.

With his form and potential, the young star seems destined for a bright future with both Pirates and Bafana Bafana.

“He’s contributing a lot to the collective performance like many of our players, we have talent and quality in every line, every position, it’s nice to see them playing together, interacting together,” Riverio said after Mofokeng’s latest stunner as reported by iDiski Times.

“It’s a luxury for me as a coach to have this kind of arsenal, this amount of quality in the squad, you look at the names tonight, probably you missing some of our regular players, but the ones playing are showing accountability.”

“They want to show they are here for the team – for the club, they are committed to the objective we are looking for [the league],” he said.

“We came here with the objective of going back to Joburg with the three points, the most important thing in this current marathon of fixtures, games, training and everything, and so far so good.”

Relebohile Mofokeng is looking set to establish himself as a key figure for both Orlando Pirates and Bafana Bafana.

At just 20 years old, he has already showcased his potential with impressive performances, earning regular playing time and contributing goals and assists.

His consistency and versatility place him on a trajectory to become a long-term asset for Pirates, potentially guiding them to more silverware and sustained success.

On the international stage, his call-up by Hugo Broos indicates the national team sees him as part of their future plans.

If he continues developing at this pace, Mofokeng could cement his place in the Bafana setup, becoming a pivotal player in South Africa’s quest to qualify for major tournaments.

Staying focused, injury-free, and maintaining his form will be crucial as he balances club and international commitments.

With his talent and the right guidance, Mofokeng is poised to become one of South Africa’s finest footballers in the coming years.

Next game is against Richards Bay following a brief break from weekend fixtures due to the Carling Cup break.

This downtime provides an excellent opportunity for the squad to recuperate, especially for players nursing injuries, as they prepare to return to competitive action.

The coaching staff will use this period to assess player fitness and strategize for the upcoming challenges.

With a tight schedule ahead, including league fixtures and cup competitions, the break will also allow the team to rest and recharge mentally and physically.

Maintaining their current momentum is vital, as Pirates aim to continue their strong start to the season.