Thembinkosi Lorch Trolled Online As Comparisons With Mamelodi Sundowns’ Themba Zwane Continue

• Football fans have been comparing Thembinkosi Lorch and Themba Zwane for years now
• Zwane has won more trophies over the years and played more games for his team, Mamelodi Sundowns
• Orlando Pirates fans have argued that Lorch has done more for the nation than Zwane has

Are there any comparisons to be made between Thembinkosi Lorch and Themba Zwane?

Mamelodi Sundowns’ fans certainly don’t think so, despite the efforts of Orlando Pirates’ supporters to prove otherwise.

The two stars, who have both been assets for their respective clubs, are trending online as fans argue over who is better.

As noted by Transfermarkt, Lorch has made 116 appearances for the Buccaneers, scoring 34 goals during that time.

Zwane, on the other hand, has played 376 games for his side, scoring 79 goals during that time. He’s also won numerous trophies with the Brazilians, according to Transfermarkt.

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With Zwane having the more successful career of the two, Sundowns’ fans are quick to point out that Lorch can’t compete with their star player and have taken to social media to troll him.

Here are some comments about Lorch and why he isn’t that good.

@VhoGubz:

"Themba Zwane is walking on water! While Lorch is babysitting. Respect Zwane, don’t compare him to babysitters."

@PatBafo:

"This thing of Orlando Pirates fans comparing Themba Zwane to Lorch must end. How do you compare Themba Zwane to a one-season wonder?"

Pirates fans defend Lorch

The memes online haven't been all one-sided, as fans of the Sea Robbers have also shared why the Pirates' star is better than Zwane.

@_msizi__:

"There's a reason why Lorch is Lorch and Themba Zwane is just Themba Zwane."

@OrlandoWe97514:

"The difference between Themba Zwane and Thembinkosi Lorch is that Themba Zwane is a Mamelodi Sundowns GOAT while Thembinkosi Lorch is a South African GOAT."

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Lorch linked with Sundowns' move

Sports Brief previously reported on a potential blockbuster move for Thembinkosi Lorch.

A rumour has emerged that the midfielder could leave the club for Mamelodi Sundowns.

If so, he would do the opposite of Kermit Erasmus, who left Sundowns for the Buccaneers.