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    Orlando Pirates

    ThalenteMbatha

    Orlando Pirates
    • Orlando Pirates
    • #16
    • Midfielder
    • HT/WT
      1.8 m, 71 kg
    • Birthdate
      6/3/2000 (25)
    • Nationality
      South Africa

    2025-26 South African Premiership Stats

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