VIDEO - Emotional farewell as former Soweto giants star Mohau Nkota makes promise to Orlando Pirates fans ahead of his transfer to ex-Liverpool FC and Atletico Madrid stars' club - ‘I’ll show up for you on the other side’

After just one season with the first team, the 20-year-old has chosen to continue his career away from the Buccaneers.

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WHAT HAPPENED?
Few Orlando Pirates fans would have expected to wake up on Sunday to the surprise news of Mohau Nkota’s departure.
The rising star has secured a move to Saudi Pro League outfit Al Ettifaq after just one season in the Premier Soccer League, following his promotion from the Buccaneers’ reserve team.
Having recently travelled with the squad on their pre-season tour of Spain, Nkota addressed the news with a heartfelt message to the Pirates faithful, expressing his gratitude and bidding farewell to the club.

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THE BIGGER PICTURE
Nkota’s rise has been swift, from leading Pirates’ attack in key CAF Champions League clashes to sealing a move to Saudi Arabia, where he will play alongside former Liverpool FC star Georginio Wijnaldum and ex-Atletico Madrid striker Moussa Dembele at Al Ettifaq.
He also marked a major milestone in June, making his Bafana Bafana debut against Tanzania.

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WHAT’S NEXT FOR NKOTA?
As he prepares to begin his new chapter in Saudi Arabia, Nkota will be hoping the move keeps him in coach Hugo Broos’ plans, with South Africa gearing up for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations later this year.

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