Orlando Pirates FC's Kgositsile Impresses in Debut
Orlando Pirates FC captain Nkosinathi Sibisi believes exciting youngster Kabelo Kgositsile has a bright future ahead of him after making an impressive first-team debut in the Buccaneers' opening Betway Premiership match against Milford FC.
The 21-year-old winger caught the eye after coming off the bench in Pirates' 2-0 victory, producing an encouraging cameo despite not having travelled with the first team for their pre-season tour of Spain.
League standing: 2nd in Premier Soccer League, 3 pts, 1W-0D-0L from 1 games, recent form W.
Sibisi admitted the winger's performance came as no surprise, while stressing that Pirates have several promising youngsters coming through the ranks.
"For him, I think it was a much-needed debut, playing at home. It's going to boost his confidence, and what a better way to make your Pirates debut than a win at home," Sibisi said.
The Pirates skipper also highlighted the qualities that make the youngster such an exciting prospect.
"I think he's an exciting winger, loves the one-versus-ones. I think he's full of potential, and I think the fans and even the team will be mesmerised by his potential," Sibisi said.
Kgositsile's introduction against Milford was one of the talking points from Pirates' opening league victory, with the youngster taking his opportunity despite only recently breaking into the senior setup.
The Buccaneers will be hoping to carry that momentum into their MTN8 quarter-final against Durban City at the Orlando Amstel Arena this afternoon, with Kgositsile among the young players pushing for further opportunities under head coach Abdeslam Ouaddou.
Goals this season: 2 scored, 0 conceded (+2 goal difference).
