Thembinkosi Lorch. Sydney Mahlangu/BackpagePix
Lorch sends message to Pirates
It’s been a surreal weekend for Orlando Pirates followers. Thembinkosi Lorch has signed for Mamelodi Sundowns. Here’s his parting message.
Thembinkosi Lorch. Sydney Mahlangu/BackpagePix
It’s not a bad dream for Orlando Pirates fans. Thembinkosi Lorch has truly moved to Mamelodi Sundowns.
What’s his final words?
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THEMBINKOSI LORCH LEAVES ORLANDO PIRATES FOR MAMELODI SUNDOWNS
The DStv Premiership champions are preparing to fight for the CAF Champions League and, later, the FIFA Club World Cup in 2025.
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To improve the chances of success, Sundowns have snapped up Lorch from Pirates.
The news was announced by Pirates on Friday evening before Sundowns made their own confirmation on Saturday.
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“Thembinkosi Lorch is to leave Orlando Pirates Football Club after a discussion between the Chairman Dr. Irvin Khoza and the Mamelodi Sundowns hierarchy,” Pirates stated.
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“The Club thanks “Nyoso” for his immense contribution by adding another page in the history of the Club.
“We wish him and his family well in his future sporting pursuit,” Pirates concluded.
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Meanwhile, the Bloemfontein-born star has said his goodbyes to the Ghost faithful, while also saying hello to Kabo Yellow.
The former Maluti FET College, Cape Town All Stars and Chippa United star said he is feeling mixed emotions.
Lorch added that he was honoured to work with Pirates’ top talent, supportive staff and fans.
Image: thembinkosi_lorch_3/ Instagram.
Lorch leaves Pirates after 34 goals and 30 in 176 matches, including MTN8, Nedbank Cup and PSL Player of the Year titles.
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In the meantime, Pirates have been back to training for the second round of the 2023/24 DStv Premiership.
The Buccaneers are placed fifth with 10 points behind leaders and defending champions Mamelodi Sundowns. – READ THE FULL STORY HERE.
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