Relebohile Mofokeng’s return leaves his coach smiling from ear to ear

Relebohile Mofokeng’s display last night for Orlando Pirates belied the fact that the player has been out for month.

Mofokeng was introduced in the second half by Pirates coach Abdeslam Ouaddou and he was shining having last played for the Sea Robbers in October against Siwelele in a Carling Knockout match.

In the 3-1 win over Golden Arrows, Mofokeng created a goal for super sub striker Yanela Mbuthuma with a sublime side-foot pass.

His coach could not contain his joy at the player’s return.

“It’s fantastic to see him back in our team,” the coach said after the Betway Premiership match at King Zwelithini Stadium.

“You know he is important for the club, how we love that player.”

Ouaddou hailed Mofokeng’s overall impact in the match.

“Especially when you give him 15 minutes, he gives all his best. You see he gave the assist,” he said.

“It’s a special player for us.”

Mbuthuma scored a brace for the Sea Robbers with defender Nkosikhona Ndaba netting the other goal.

Pirates are now second on the standings with three points separating them from table toppers Mamelodi Sundowns who are 25 points.