Thembinkosi Lorch is a player for big occasions – Raja Casablanca coach hails Wydad AC star

Head coach of Raja Casablanca Fadlu Davids has eulogized Wydad AC star Thembinkosi Lorch, saying he is a player for big occasions.

Lorch has struggled to earn a place in the Bafana Bafana squad despite his impressive run of form for Wydad AC this season. However, Davids, who previously worked with Lorch at Orlando Pirates has advocated for his inclusion in the Bafana Bafana squad ahead of the AFCON.

“Look, I can’t really comment on what Ziyech is gonna bring, it’s Wydad’s to solve how they fit him into the team,” said Davids to Soccer Laduma.

“But a player like Lorch is a top player, he’s one of South Africa’s best, of course I worked with him at Pirates before and I know that he’s a player for the big occasions.”

“He’s a player on the top level of South African football and I’m sure he can still make a big addition (to Bafana Bafana squad) if given a chance at this season’s AFCON,” Davids said.

While the former Chippa United and Mamelodi Sundowns midfielder continues to display quality displays for Wydad, his absence is concerning.

Meanwhile, Davids has rallied support for the South Africa coach Hugo Broos as he aim to build a formidable side for the tournament.