Not a nightmare for Orlando Pirates fans. Thembinkosi Roach has indeed moved to Mamelodi Sundowns.
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Thembinkosi Roach leaves Orlando Pirates Toward the sunset in Mamelodi
The DStv Premiership champions are preparing to compete for the CAF Champions League and then the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup.
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To improve their chances of success, Sundowns acquired Roach from Pirates.
The news was announced by Pirates on Friday night before Sundowns made their own announcement. confirmation Saturday.
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“Following discussions with Chairman Dr Irvin Khoza and Mamelodi Sundowns management, Thembinkosi Roach has decided to leave Orlando Pirates Football Club,” Pirates said in a statement.
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“The club would like to thank Nyoso for his significant contribution to adding a new chapter to the club's history.
The Pirates concluded, “We wish him and his family every success in their future sporting endeavors.''
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Meanwhile, the Bloemfontein-born star said goodbye to his Ghost followers and also said hello to Cabo Yellow.
The former Multi-FET College, Cape Town All Stars and Chippa United star said he was feeling mixed emotions.
Roach added that it has been an honor to work with Pirates' top talent, support staff and fans.
Image: thembinkosi_lorch_3/Instagram.
Roach left Pirates after scoring 34 goals and 30 goals in 176 games, including the MTN8, Nedbank Cup and PSL Player of the Year titles.
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Meanwhile, Pirates have resumed training ahead of the second round of the DStv Premiership in 2023/24.
The Buccaneers are in fifth place, 10 points behind leaders and defending champions Mamelodi Sundowns. – Read the full story here.
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