Former Orlando Pirates midfielder Patrick Maswanganyi has expressed his admiration for Relebohile Mofokeng, describing the young attacker as an exceptional talent with the potential to achieve great things in South African football.

According to a report by iDiski Times on Wednesday, November 11, 2026, Maswanganyi shared his thoughts about his former teammate during an interview with the South African Football Journalists Association (SAFJA) on Monday.

The two players spent three seasons together at Orlando Pirates, from 2023 to 2026, building a strong relationship while contributing to the club's performances. They were also members of the Buccaneers squad that enjoyed a remarkable 2025/26 season, winning three domestic trophies, including the Betway Premiership title.

Both footballers have since moved to different leagues in Europe and the Middle East. Maswanganyi currently represents Bahrain-based Al Khalidiyah, while Mofokeng has continued his career in Belgium with Royale Union Saint-Gilloise.

Speaking about their time together in Soweto, Maswanganyi explained how much he enjoyed playing alongside the youngster, particularly because of his confidence and technical ability whenever he had possession.

“I would say for me playing with him, it was very amazing, and you know I’ve always enjoyed seeing him on the ball,” Maswanganyi said.

The midfielder also highlighted Mofokeng's personality, praising his humility, willingness to learn and ability to make intelligent decisions during matches.

“I think he’s someone who’s been humble, someone who listens and someone who knows what to do with the ball. He’s a great footballer, and I believe that he is going to be something big for South Africa,” he added.

Maswanganyi further revealed that he had jokingly suggested Arsenal as a possible destination for his former teammate, given his support for the English Premier League club.

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