Oupa Manyisa won the MTN8 for Orlando Pirates with a great goal
Manyisa's third stunner for Bucs wins MTN8
Posted: 2011-09-11 11:04
Oupa Manyisa rates his goal against Kaizer Chiefs in the MTN8 Final last night as one of the best in his career.
Manyisa has scored three goals for Orlando Pirates since he turned professional in 2008/09 – all of them stunners – and scored his second long-range screamer in succession last night at Soccer City.
The 23-year-old has also beaten both Bafana Bafana goalkeepers, Wayne Sandilands and Itumeleng Khune, to help the Mighty Buccaneers snatch their first trophy this season.
Speaking an an interview with KickOff.com, Manyisa says he "had a feeling" he would score before the match.
"I had great feeling before the start of the game that I would score a goal against Kaizer Chiefs," he says.
"I was so happy when I did, and to win the MTN8 cup for the second time in succession!"
Manyisa says last night's goal is a special one for him: "I always enjoy scoring great goals, but this one was so special because it helped my team win and helped us defend the trophy."
The Randfontein-born midfielder credits senior players at Pirates for helping him improve his performance and stay level-headed.
"The senior players at Pirates have been a great help to improve my game," he says. "They always motivate and encourage me to remain calm and stay level headed. I believe with hard work I can still improve a lot."
Pirates fans: which of Oupa's three stunners do you rate the best? Have your say HERE!



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