It’s impossible to predict what might happen at a football club from day to day. However, let’s just imagine the Orlando Pirates side in 2030.
Wild predicted Orlando Pirates XI in 2030
Visagie; Ndlozi, Mbokazi, Sesane, Van Rooyen; Rasebotja, Mbatha; Nkota; Tshobeni, Radiopane; Makgopa.
We can’t see many young left-back options emerging so Deano van Rooyen’s versatility might have to be utilized there. It might be fanciful to suggest that Relebohile Mofokeng will still be around at that stage. Therefore, we’ve predicted a big sale for the superstar to Italian giants Inter Milan. Evidence Makgopa has been abroad since 2025, but we didn’t experience that after fast-forwarding a few years in our time machine. Makgopa spent two years with Ajax Amsterdam, winning two Dutch League titles and the Europa League. Now 30, Thalente Mbatha is the Bafana Bafana captain.
Mbokazi is the real deal
Big things are expected from 19-year-old central defender Mbekezeli Mbokazi. The stylish left-footer has impressed Jose Riveiro and the technical team with his strong work ethic, cool, calm composure on the ball and crisp distribution over short and long distances. Also, they see him as a natural leader and a potential long-term partner for Thabiso Sesane in the heart of defence. His unique combination of rare traits and skills make him a prospect we’ll be watching closely. Mbokazi started for Pirates as they claimed a 1-0 win at Chippa on Wednesday. A clean sheet for the youngster is an ideal start and his emergence comes at an opportune time with Sesane out for the season with a serious injury.
Saleng situation troubles Pirates
Back to the present day and Orlando Pirates have a serious situation on their hands with Monnapule Saleng. Sea Robbers supporters are torn. However, there’s plenty of sentiment that no single player is bigger than the club while a quote from a reader stood out:
‘Saleng story has done a lot of damage to football lovers in South Africa’
Which of these players are future Pirates legends?
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