On April 28, 2024, in Pietermaritzburg, South Africa, Patrick Maswanganyi of Orlando Pirates delivered a remarkable performance during the DStv Premiership match against Royal AM at Harry Gwala Stadium. His outstanding contributions, which included a goal and three assists, were instrumental in Orlando Pirates’ 4-0 victory, positioning them favorably for second place in the league standings. Following a successful transition to Pirates from SuperSport United, Maswanganyi has established himself as a key player under coach Jose Riveiro, earning recognition from Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos. Expressing his satisfaction with the move, Maswanganyi emphasized the freedom and opportunity to express himself on the field, stating, “I think coming here has been a great move for me and I’m able to express myself the way I want.”
The positivity and support from the fanbase have played a significant role in Orlando Pirates’ resurgence, with Maswanganyi acknowledging the fans’ positive energy and the team’s determination to perform well for them. Maswanganyi underscored the team’s commitment to delivering top performances consistently and expressed gratitude towards the fans. Orlando Pirates are set to face Cape Town City in their upcoming PSL fixture on Wednesday.