No Player Has Created More Europa League Chances Than Relebohile Mofokeng

South African sensation Relebohile Mofokeng is making a name for himself in European football, with the former Orlando Pirates star currently leading the UEFA Europa League’s chance creation charts.

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According to statistics from FotMob, the 22-year-old has created an impressive 15 chances in four Europa League appearances for Belgian champions Union Saint-Gilloise, more than any other player in the competition this season.

Mofokeng sits ahead of Olympiacos midfielder Chiquinho, who has created 13 chances, while several other established European players have registered 12.

It is a remarkable achievement for a youngster experiencing his first season abroad, highlighting his creativity, technical ability and growing influence in European football.

Mofokeng Taking European Football By Storm

Since completing his move from Orlando Pirates to Union Saint-Gilloise in July, Mofokeng has wasted little time making an impression in Belgium.

The Bafana Bafana international has already registered one goal and one assist in four Europa League appearances, demonstrating that his attacking contributions extend beyond simply creating opportunities for teammates.

He announced himself on the European stage with a goal in Union’s 3-0 victory over Viktoria Plzen in September, before registering an assist during their emphatic 4-0 win against Hapoel Be’er Sheva in October.

The South African also featured in last Thursday’s impressive 2-1 away victory over Celta Vigo, helping Union maintain their encouraging start to the competition.

Mofokeng’s performances have showcased the qualities that made him one of the most exciting young players in South African football during his time at Pirates.

His close control, intelligent movement and willingness to take on defenders have translated well to the European game, while his ability to identify passing opportunities has become an increasingly important part of his attacking contribution.

Europa League’s Most Creative Players

Following the opening four rounds of the 2026/27 Europa League league phase, Mofokeng leads the competition’s chance creation rankings, according to FotMob and StatZ.

His tally of 15 chances represents an average of 3.75 per appearance, an impressive return for a player still adapting to European football.

Perhaps most encouragingly, Mofokeng is not simply accumulating statistics against weaker opposition. His contributions have come in a demanding European competition featuring established clubs and experienced international players.

The fact that he leads such a competitive statistical category after just four appearances underlines his potential to develop into a genuinely influential attacking midfielder.

A Bright Future For South African Football

Mofokeng’s impressive start in Belgium is also encouraging news for Bafana Bafana, with the youngster continuing to demonstrate why he is regarded as one of South Africa’s brightest footballing talents.

His move to Europe represented an important step in his development, providing an opportunity to test himself against stronger opposition and adapt to different tactical demands.

So far, he appears to be embracing that challenge.

Beyond his Europa League performances, Mofokeng has also made an encouraging start to life in the Belgian Pro League, contributing four goals and two assists in his opening nine league appearances.

Those numbers suggest his European success is not limited to continental competition.

For South African football, his progress is particularly significant. The country has produced several talented attacking players over the years, but establishing themselves consistently at the highest levels of European football has often proved difficult.

Mofokeng now has an opportunity to demonstrate that South African talent can compete with some of the continent’s most technically gifted players.

At just 22, he still has plenty of room for improvement, but his early performances suggest that his decision to move abroad is already paying dividends.