Ghana goalie Richard Ofori named Orlando Pirates deputy captain 

Black Stars goalkeeper, Richard Ofori has been elected Vice Captain of South African outfit, Orlando Pirates.

The 28-year-old Ofori will assist new captain, Innocent Maela, following the departure of previous skipper, Happy Jele.

Ofori joined Orlando Pirates from Maritzburg United in October 2020 and has been a key figure for the club, appearing in 42 matches across all competitions, conceding 28 goals and keeping 21 clean sheets.

He was also instrumental in helping the team progress to the final of last season’s CAF Confederation Cup where they lost on penalties to Moroccan side RS Berkane.

Ofori is expected to make the cut for Ghana’s squad for the 2022 World Cup in Qatar.