Former Orlando Pirates midfielder Patrick Maswanganyi has shared a special message for his former teammate Relebohile Mofokeng, praising the young South African star and expressing his belief in his bright future.

According to iDiski Times on Wednesday, November 11, 2026, Maswanganyi spoke highly of Mofokeng during an interview with the South African Football Journalists Association (SAFJA) on Monday.

The two footballers spent three seasons together at Orlando Pirates between 2023 and 2026, where they developed a strong understanding on the pitch. They were also part of the Buccaneers squad that enjoyed a successful 2025/26 campaign, helping the club secure a domestic treble that included the Betway Premiership title.

Both players have since taken their careers abroad. Maswanganyi is currently playing for Al Khalidiyah in Bahrain, while Mofokeng joined Belgian club Royale Union Saint-Gilloise, where he has already started making an impression.

Reflecting on his time alongside the youngster at Orlando Pirates, Maswanganyi admitted that he always enjoyed watching him play, particularly because of his ability and confidence with the ball.

“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 former Pirates midfielder also praised Mofokeng’s attitude, describing him as a humble player who listens, understands the game and knows how to use his footballing ability.

He believes the youngster has already achieved a great deal at a relatively young age and has the potential to become an important figure for South African football in the future.

Maswanganyi also revealed that he has jokingly encouraged his former teammate to consider joining Arsenal, his favourite English club.

“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.

His comments reflect the respect and admiration he has for the young attacker, who continues to attract attention following his progress in European football.

For Orlando Pirates supporters, seeing former teammates speak positively about each other is another reminder of the connection they built during their time together at the club.

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