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Injury forces Bafana goalkeeper into early retirement

Cape Town – Orlando Pirates confirmed on Wednesday that goalkeeper Brilliant Khuzwayo has been forced to retire due to a recurring ankle injury.

The Soweto giants confirmed that after consulting independent medical experts, a decision was made that the 29-year-old would have to prematurely end his playing career.

Khuzwayo is a product of the Orlando Pirates youth development academy and returned to the club from rivals Kaizer Chiefs at the end of the 2018/19 campaign.

Speaking to the club's website, Khuzwayo said: "It was a great feeling to come back to the club, unfortunately due to my ankle, I was unable to fulfil my dream. I am a person who always wants to perform knowing I can give my all in everything I do however due to my ankle and after consultation with the specialists it was said that I wouldnt be able to play at an elite level."

"For this reason I can no longer continue the way I wanted to."

"I would like to thank all the supporters who have been behind me from the day I joined this club. TheyRead More

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