The football community has been left heartbroken as Orlando Pirates Football Club confirmed the untimely passing of one of their young players, Setjhaba Mofokeng.
In the heartfelt statement, the club expressed its condolences to Mofokeng’s family, friends, and teammates, acknowledging the profound loss felt across the football community.
“Orlando Pirates Football Club is deeply saddened by the passing of Setjhaba Mofokeng. We extend our heartfelt condolences to his family, friends, and teammates during this difficult time.”
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The statement concluded by honouring Setjhaba’s contributions but did not disclose specific details regarding his age or cause of death. However, reports from iDiskiTimes confirmed that he was just 19 years old. Fans and netizens speculate about what may have led to such a young talent’s death while sharing condolence messages.
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Setjhaba Mofokeng’s Journey in Football
Setjhaba Mofokeng joined Orlando Pirates from Brits Soccer Academy in South Africa’s North West Province in 2022. Initially, he played for the club’s U19 team before earning a spot in the DStv Diski Challenge squad during the 2022/23 season. This year, he was loaned out to Wits FC in the ABC Motsepe League, where he continued showcasing his left-back talent.
His potential and skill made him a promising prospect in South African football, making his passing a significant loss to the Orlando Pirates and the broader soccer community.