Relebohile Mofokeng's decision to leave Orlando Pirates FC for Union SG is already yielding positive results for the 21-year-old winger. The South African has scored two goals in his first four league appearances for the Belgian club, including a winning penalty on his debut in the Super Cup.
Mofokeng's debut could hardly have gone better. He stepped up to convert the decisive spot-kick against Club Brugge, securing the Belgian Super Cup for his new side immediately after his July 2025 transfer. This early success follows a stellar final campaign with the Buccaneers, where his 11 goals earned him the PSL Player of the Season award.
How has Mofokeng performed so far?
Relebohile Mofokeng has featured in four league matches for Union SG since his arrival. Beyond his Super Cup heroics, he has found the net twice in the Belgian top flight. Analysts suggest the Europa League may actually suit his development better at this stage, a competition Union SG will enter this month after their elimination from the UEFA Champions League qualifying playoffs. He is projected to accumulate more than 20 appearances across all competitions this season.
What European challenge awaits?
Union SG's European journey continues in the UEFA Europa League group stage. They face a tough set of opponents including Celta Vigo, Real Sociedad, Celtic, and Lyon. This continental platform offers Mofokeng a significant step up in competition and visibility. The club's full schedule for this campaign is available on our fixtures page.
Where do Orlando Pirates stand now?
While monitoring their former player's progress, Orlando Pirates FC are focused on their own strong start to the domestic season. As of 10 September 2026, the Buccaneers sit second in the Premier Soccer League. They have 13 points from five games, with a record of four wins and one draw. Their recent form reads WWWDW, and they have scored 12 goals while conceding just one, giving them a formidable +11 goal difference. You can track their position in the standings.
The title race is tight, with Pirates currently three points behind leaders Mamelodi Sundowns. The squad depth that will be tested in this pursuit can be viewed on our squad list. Relebohile Mofokeng won the PSL's top individual honour after scoring 11 goals in his final campaign with Orlando Pirates.
