Tso Hails Bafana Midfielder as Future Orlando Pirates Star

iDiski Times reported on October 2, 2026, that Benedict Vilakazi, an analyst for iDiski TV, praised Bafana Bafana midfielder Brooklyn Poggenpoel, expressing his desire to see him play for Orlando Pirates. Poggenpoel delivered an outstanding performance in midfield after Bathusi Aubaas exited the match against Eritrea due to injury. Following the game, South African football fans extensively discussed Poggenpoel’s impressive showing.

Vilakazi, also known as 'Tso', expressed his admiration for Poggenpoel’s performance, stating that if it were up to him, he would spend R5.5 million to secure the player's transfer from his current club, Durban City, to Orlando Pirates. He remarked, "These are the types of players we want at Pirates. We’re playing Champions League, so there’s no other way he can go to another team except coming to Orlando Pirates."

He emphasized that after witnessing Poggenpoel’s capabilities, he would invest R5.5 million for the player, declaring, "This boy Poggenpoel just reminded me of his uncle [Shane Poggenpoel]. He used to play in that position, played for Ajax, played for SuperSport United commanding that midfield."

Vilakazi noted how challenging it was to face Poggenpoel during the match, and he commended the player’s skill with the ball and his playmaking vision. He remarked, "When he goes to receive the ball, he knows where he goes, and for me, it’s like he’s been there for years, and that’s quality."