Relebohile Mofokeng: Orlando Pirates star reacts after scoring hat-trick against TS Galaxy

• Relebohile Mofokeng has shared his thoughts after scoring three times in Orlando Pirates' win over TS Galaxy in the Betway Premiership
• The South African international's goals against the Rockets powered the Sea Robbers on top of the Betway Premiership table
• The Bafana Bafana forward also commented on what the Buccaneers have improved on, which led to their resounding win against the Rockets

Orlando Pirates star Relebohile Mofokeng has reacted after scoring his first-ever hat-trick in the Sea Robbers' win over TS Galaxy in the Betway Premiership.

The Soweto giants thrashed the Rockets 6-0 at the Mbombela Stadium on Sunday, March 22, 2026, which sealed their move back on top of the league standings.

The Bafana Bafana star opened the scoring as early as the fifth minute with a sublime free-kick, grabbed his second shortly after the break, and sealed the hat-trick later in the match, earning both the match ball and the Player of the Match accolade.

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Pirates' summer signing, Tshepang Moremi, also found the back of the net as Abdeslam Ouaddou's men continue their unbeaten run in the league.

Mofokeng reacts after the performance against Galaxy

In his post-match interview with SuperSport, Mofokeng shared his thoughts after hitting his first-ever hat-trick and the significance of the achievement.

The South African international said the milestone meant a great deal to him, admitting he had been waiting for such a breakthrough. He noted that goals and standout moments had previously eluded him, and believes this performance represents an important step forward in his development.

“It’s very special. I have been waiting for this moment,” the South African youngster said after the match.

Mofokeng added that these are the kinds of moments he has been striving for, and expressed confidence that the hat-trick will serve as a boost, motivating him to keep improving and maintain his good run of form.

Mofokeng comments on Pirates' improvement

Although Mofokeng stole the spotlight, the team effort was equally important, with Moremi and Kamogelo Sebelebele also contributing goals in the dominant display.

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The win saw the Soweto giants climb back to the top of the league standings with 51 points, narrowly ahead of Mamelodi Sundowns, who still have a game in hand. The result marked a strong response after they had dropped points in a 1-1 draw against Siwelele FC in their last league match.

Mofokeng also shed light on the team’s improved sharpness in front of goal, explaining that they had focused heavily on finishing and composure in training following their struggles in the earlier match. He credited the coaching staff for refining their attacking play, adding that the team must build on this progress moving forward.

Broos backs Orlando Pirates star

Briefly News earlier reported that Hugo Broos backed an Orlando Pirates star despite criticism after including him in his latest Bafana Bafana squad.

The Belgian tactician is not happy with the fans' opinion about the player after his recent mistake while playing for the Sea Robbers.

Source: Briefly News