Orlando Pirates face a nervous wait to see if they can end a long title drought. Rele Mofokeng also faces a decisive spell in his career.
Mofokeng’s future to be sorted after the World Cup?
21-year-old winger-cum playmaker Rele Mofokeng is expected to play a pivotal role in the Americas for Hugo Broos’ side at World Cup 2026. There’s not a day that goes by that publications aren’t speculating as to where he might be playing his club football next season. If he shines in the Americas during the 2026 World Cup, there could be some big-name suitors. Mofokeng has 10 goals and eight assists from 26 league appearances this term. If Pirates win their first title in 14 years, now might be the best time for the player and club to part ways. Then again, his future could well hinge on how he performs in the show window that is the 2026 World Cup.
Orlandpo Pirates’ date with destiny
Pirates have a date with destiny on the final day of the 2025-26 season. Three points against Orbit College will guarantee their first league crown since 2012. Anything other than a win will see Sundowns win their ninth title on the trot. Orbit vs Pirates goes ahead on Saturday, 23 May. Kickoff is at 15:00, and the match will air on DStv channel 202.
