Good things come to those who wait. These are words Tshegofatso Mabasa would probably utter if he were asked about his current form for Soweto giants Orlando Pirates. The 27-year-old striker was sent out on loan to Sekhukhune United last season, and then Moroka Swallows before the start of the campaign, as it seemed like there was no room for him at Pirates. But he used the opportunity he got at Swallows to get his career back on track and then the turmoil at the Dube Birds, where players were fighting for unpaid monies, was a blessing in disguise as it led to his return to the Buccaneers. With Evidence Makgopa out nursing an injury, Mabasa has been able to make the most of the opportunities he is getting in the starting line-up, recently bagging a hat-trick in a 7-1 demolition of Golden Arrows at Orlando Stadium. Soccer Laduma’s Tshepang Mailwane looks at the rise of Mabasa this season and speaks to different individuals on his form.
Finally finding his feet…
Lebohang Mokoena – former Pirates forward
