Cape Town City FC have bolstered their squad as the 2023/24 PSL season looms large with the acquisition of Angolan striker Jó Paciência.
The Citizens confirmed the news on Wednesday, 26 July 2023. Paciência becomes the club’s second signing for this transfer window period. Three days ago, the side completed the services of former TS Galaxy midfielder Tshegofatso Nyama.
The 27-year-old footballer joins the Cape club on a permanent deal from GD Interclube of Angola.
In his four-season stay at his former club, Paciência found the back of the net on 26 occasions in 67 league matches.
City eagerly anticipate the Angolan striker’s impact on the field of play and are optimistic that the talented forward will score some important goals to lead the club to the promised land.
CAPE TOWN CITY OFFICIAL STATEMENT
“City is delighted to announce the signing of Jó Paciência,” read the club’s statement.
“The Angolan centre forward signs a permanent deal to bolster the forward options ahead of the new season.”
He also had turned out for G.D. Sagrada Esperança and Petro de Luanda, SC Cabinda, C.R.D Libolo, to mention a few.
Paciência is one player who will be expected to add much-needed experience and value to City’s striking force. And the club is happy to have someone of Paciência’s calibre on board for the upcoming new season.
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The Eric Tinkler-coached side will kick off the 2023/24 campaign against the newly promoted side Polokwane City at home.
City will be aiming to challenge for major trophies when the new term roars to life, given the quality of players they have.
Last campaign, the side finished fourth on the DStv Premiership log standings with 45 points after 30 games.
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