Relebohile Mofokeng, owes a significant part of his burgeoning career to an astute observation made by his mother.
His father, Sechaba Mofokeng, recently shared with IDiski Times that it was his son's mother who first recognized Relebohile's extraordinary talents and immense potential during his early teenage years.
This pivotal realization shifted the family's dynamic, leading to a collective and active effort to wholeheartedly support his burgeoning interest in football.
The 21-year-old has been a revelation since his promotion from the Pirates' development ranks two seasons ago. He swiftly became an integral part of the team's potent attack, playing a crucial role in their journey to a second-place finish in the league last season.
Mofokeng's impact was also felt in their MTN8 triumph and their impressive runs to the CAF Champions League semi-finals and the Nedbank Cup final. His mother's foresight undoubtedly laid the groundwork for his remarkable rise.
‘I DIDN’T BELIEVE IT AT FIRST’
“My wife saw it first” Mofokeng senior told iDiski Times.
“She said, ‘This one will make a difference in our lives’. I didn’t believe it at first. But then I watched him at 13 years old, playing with grown men – and I knew. This one is going far. From then on we ran with him. Whatever he needed, we made a way.”
Last season, Relebohile Mofokeng proved to be an indispensable asset for Orlando Pirates, playing a pivotal role in their strong competitive run across all tournaments.
The young winger demonstrated his significant influence by recording an impressive tally of 12 goals and 15 assists over his 49 appearances. These crucial contributions underscored his importance to the team's attacking thrust and overall success.
In his 89 appearances across all competitions for the club, he's amassed a notable record of 18 goals scored and 22 assistsprovided. These statistics clearly demonstrate his enduring influence and attacking threat throughout his Pirates career.
