Riveiro delighted with Pirates star's transformation
Relebohile Mofokeng of Orlando Pirates celebrates his goal with James Monyane and Makhehlene Makhaula during the Nedbank Cup, Last 16match between Orlando Pirates and Hungry Lions at Orlando Stadium on March 16, 2024 in Johannesburg, South Africa.Head coach Jose Riveiro has reserved special praise for an Orlando Pirates star whom the Spaniard believes is blossoming into a 'complete' player.
The home side had opened the scoring through Tshegofatso Mabasa, before Trevor Moralo levelled matters in the second half to see the game end in a stalemate.Stellenbosch FC’s defeat to Richards Bay meant the point would be enough for Pirates to secure a second-spot finish and qualification to the CAF Champions League.
"I think everyone knows Makhaula. He’s been the type of player that he is for Pirates, maybe little by little more complete also. "He is an honest player, a true professional and an important player in the group. One of our senior players, and when Makhaula is performing well, it’s usually a symptom that the team is doing well.ALSO READThe 34-year-old has made 18 appearances in his second season with the Sea Robbers, having joined in the middle of last season. He started six of Pirates’ last 10 matches of the league campaign.
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