Ghana goalie Richard Ofori excited about MTN 8 triumph

Ghanaian goalkeeper Richard Ofori helped his side Orlando Pirates win the MTN 8 tournament against Bloemfontein Celtic.

Pirates beat a 10-man Bloemfontein Celtic side in the final at the Moses Mabhida Stadium in Durban on Saturday.

The Buccaneers ended their six-year trophy wait with their triumph in the MTN 8 tournament winning their 10th MTN 8 title in a tournament which was first played in 1972.

Goals from Deon Hotto and Thembinkosi Lorch handed the coveted trophy to Pirate

The former Wa All Stars shot stopper pulled off magical saves to hand his side the trophy

Ofori took to his Instagram page to show his joy for lifting the trophy.

“Showing gratitude is one of the simplest yet most powerful things humans can do for each other” I’d like to thank everyone that’s been apart of this journey from the start. It’s a start to many victories and am very greatful for having been apart of this history that’s been written tonight. A special thanks to my lovely family a special thanks to a committed team @Orlandopirates and glory be to the lord God. Thank you so much Orlando Pirates family, the fans, friends, and media houses for spreading the love and support... God bless

Pirates walked away R8 million($532,428) richer for their victory while Celtic had to console themselves with R800 000($53,242).