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Lorch ready to thrive under pressure of leading Orlando Pirates to promise land

Orlando Pirates talisman Thembinkosi Lorch says he is ready to inspire the club despite the pressure the players at the Soweto giants are under.

The Buccaneers have high expectations this season as they look to snap their five-year trophy drought, having won their last title in 2014 - the Nedbank Cup.

One player who is expected to lead Pirates to the promised land is Lorch, and the reigning Premier Soccer League (PSL) Footballer of the Year is keen to thrive under the pressure.

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“Pressure is the name of the game.