Kaizer Chiefs supporters have enjoyed a good laugh at the expense of Orlando Pirates.
Mohau Nkota’s Saudi Arabian club Al Ettifaq posted the 21-year-old winger wearing the bitter enemy’s jersey.
According to reports, the shirt was a gift from Nkota’s close friend and Amakhosi winger Mfundo Vilakazi.
ORLANDO PIRATES SUPPORTERS FUMING AT MOHAU NKOTA
Many fans expressed disappointment, anger, or critical views regarding Mohau Nkota wearing the Kaizer Chiefs jersey include:
- Amanda Mkhwanazi:”Bro betrayed us.”
- Thabiso Masina: “Used Pirates to climb while he love Kaizer Chiefs.”
- Rhulani Micho: “He was working at pirates while been fan of Kaizer Chiefs.”
- Smangaliso predicted long-term consequences, noting “his reputation is ruined at Pirates… he’s definitely not going to play for Pirates again.”
- Young Deeper expressed frustration with the situation and the perceived trend of players switching allegiances.
- Thabekhulu Phila: Questioned the sight of Nkota in the rival kit.
- Siyamthanda Siya: Shared that the sight caused “pain” to Orlando Pirates fans.
- Israel Makeke: Mocked the situation by suggesting the image was edited or pointing out the club emblem.
- Timoteo Jacob Ndlovo: Asked in disbelief, “Kaizer Chiefs player?”
- Jamsi Sabelo: Questioned if the reaction would be the same if the roles were reversed with a Kaizer Chiefs player.
MOHAU NKOTA AT AL ETTIFAQ THIS SEASON
Meanwhile Nkota is still in his first season in the Saudi Pro League after joining from the Buccaneers in July 2025 for a reported fee of £1.575 million (R36 million).
His three-year contract, which runs until June 2028, includes a 15% sell-on clause for Orlando Pirates and a weekly salary estimated at R398,000.
Nkota has made 18 league appearances this season. He has completed 275 passes with an 81% passing accuracy, while also creating 15 scoring chances, including four that were classified as big chances. Defensively, he has also contributed, winning 61% of his 16 attempted tackles and adding 15 clearances to his overall work rate.
Despite a period of limited game time in early 2026, he has continued to offer value in possession and in transition. He has recorded a 31.2% success rate in crosses, along with 13 total shots and a 23% shot accuracy, showing both involvement and intent in the attacking phase.
A recent example of his contribution came in the 3-2 victory over Al Qadsiah on 5 April 2026, where he played 88 minutes. In that match, he registered 21 touches and created one scoring chance, reflecting his steady involvement even when not directly on the scoresheet.
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Overall, his campaign has produced two goals and two assists, supported by an average performance rating of 6.66 from analysts. His progress has reportedly seen his valuation rise to around €3 million (about R63 million), with Al Ettifaq now assessing his long-term future reported interest from Portuguese giants Benfica.
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