Orlando Pirates had missed a big opportunity to edge closer to runaway DStv Premiership leaders Mamelodi Sundowns on Wednesday evening, but their young star impressed with an excellent goal on the night.
Relebohile Mofokeng scored a blinder from a wide angle before a thunderous strike from Gabriel Michael snatched a point for Cape Town Spurs.
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Mofokeng shed his insights on his effort in the 1-1 draw, and discussed how he had prepared to score such a goal at Orlando Stadium.
"I've been practicing (the goal) for a long time now, but unfortunately I didn't get one, but since I was practicing this shot from the start, I'm glad I got it today," Mofokeng told Pirates media.
Pertaining to the match, the 19-year-old was disappointed with the dropped points against a Spurs team that has been struggling at the bottom of the table. However, this was the same club that defeated them in the first round of fixtures in the PSL, while the Cape Town side has strengthened and earned improved results lately.
"I think we should've done better, but yeah a game is a game so I think we just have to go and prepare for the next game," Mofokeng said.
Unlike last season, the teen sensation appears to be a prominent figure in coach Jose Riveiro's engine-room.
In addition, the departure of long-serving star Thembinkosi Lorch to Sundowns in the January transfer window has opened the way for 'Rele' to step up and build himself as Bucs' next sensation.
Mofokeng's rise and importance will once again be needed in the Soweto Derby against arch-rivals Kaizer Chiefs on Saturday.
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