A fresh wave of talent continues to surge through Orlando Pirates, and
the latest name to capture the attention of the Buccaneers’ faithful is
20-year-old Cemran Dansin. The promising midfielder, having successfully
transitioned from a prospect to a first-team contender, is now beginning to
make his mark and earn well-deserved recognition for his early performances.
Dansin’s footballing pedigree is rooted in the renowned School of
Excellence, a testament to a foundation built on technical skill and
tactical understanding. His leadership qualities were evident early on, as
he captained the Pirates’ DStv Diski Challenge side, steering the youth team
with a maturity beyond his years. This consistent development did not go
unnoticed, culminating in a first-team call-up towards the end of the
previous season under the guidance of then-coach José Riveiro.
This steady ascent has not only continued but has accelerated under the new
campaign and the watchful eye of current coach Abdeslam Ouaddou.
Demonstrating significant faith in the youngster, Ouaddou handed Dansin a
major milestone: his first senior start in the high-stakes environment of
the CAF Champions League. The midfielder featured prominently in the
Buccaneers’ emphatic 4-0 victory over Lioli, an appearance that marked his
fourth of the young season and signaled his growing integration into the
senior squad.
His impressive progress has drawn praise from those who have witnessed his
journey from the beginning. Midfielder Selaelo Rasebotja, a former peer who
shared both classrooms and training grounds with Dansin at the School of
Excellence, spoke warmly of his former teammate’s rise.
“Cemran has done well for himself. I’m happy for him, to see him where he is
now,” Rasebotja told the Siya crew. “We come from the same school, so I’ve
seen his dedication and growth firsthand. I’m happy for him and I hope that
he carries on with this momentum. Hopefully, good things are coming up for
him.”
Orlando Pirates boasts a rich and celebrated history of grooming exceptional
talent through its academy and feeder systems. Dansin’s seamless adaptation
to the demands of first-team football positions him as a potential successor
to this legacy, seemingly poised to become the next major name to emerge
from the club’s own production line. His composure in possession, innate
leadership on the pitch, and polished technical ability have already
distinguished him in his limited outings.
With a supportive structure of senior teammates rallying around him and a
coaching staff willing to provide opportunities, the future appears bright
for the young midfielder. The Buccaneers’ supporters will be watching with
keen interest, eager to witness just how far this latest homegrown talent
can go.
