Mofokeng’s simple answer says everything about his evolution

Speaking during his Man of the Match collection, Mofokeng was asked to reveal his preferred role between the number 10 and left wing positions.

RELEBOHILE MOFOKENG SAYS ORLANDO PIRATES STYLE OF PLAY SUPPORTS HIS NUMBER 10 ROLE

“I think the style we play here at Pirates, a 10 is suitable for me,” Mofokeng said on SuperSport TV. “I’m not really someone who likes running. I’m someone who prefers tight spaces.

“So, I think the number 10 position is fine for me. Even on the wing I like to play, but the best for me is the number 10 position,” Mofokeng concluded.

HOW DID IT ALL START?

The Sharpeville-born star didn’t take long to announce himself at Orlando Pirates. During the 2022/23 season, the 21-year-old came through the club’s DStv Diski Challenge (DDC) reserve team after joining from the famed Transnet School of Excellence.

In his first two appearances at age 17, he already had a goal and an assist. He was mainly used out wide, relying on his pace to stretch defences and bring energy to the attack.

The 2023/24 season saw Mofokeng become a regular feature in the squad, making 38 appearances in all competitions. He finished the season with five goals and six assists, but it was his big moment in the Nedbank Cup final against Mamelodi Sundowns that stood out.

By the 2024/25 season, he had fully taken control of the number 10 role. Across 49 matches, Mofokeng delivered his best numbers yet: 12 goals and 15 assists. With 27 goal contributions, he became the main creative force in the team.

Now in the current 2025/26 season, Mofokeng has kept that level going. With 28 appearances so far, he has already registered 10 goals and six assists. His latest contribution came on Tuesday with a brace in a 5-0 win over Golden Arrows.

WHERE DO YOU EXPECT TO SEE RELEBOHILE MOFOKENG NEXT SEASON?

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