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The Citizen
11 hours ago
- Entertainment
- The Citizen
Lorch living large: Viral Man City clash, R10m market value, LV flex and more
SA soccer star Thembinkosi Lorch's flair on the pitch is matched only by his luxurious lifestyle. Take a look... Thembinkosi Lorch on fire for Wydad AC against Manchester City on Wednesday and making an off-pitch fashion statement in Louis Vuitton. Pictures: Gallo Images and Instagram/ thembinkosi_lorch_3 Footballer Thembinkosi 'Nyoso' Lorch trended for all the right reasons this week following his standout performance for Wydad Casablanca in their Fifa Club World Cup opener against Manchester City in Washington DC. The social media streets were lit with high praise for the 31-year-old attacking midfielder's brilliance despite his team's 2-0 defeat against the Premier League giants on Wednesday. WATCH: Thembinkosi Lorch vs Man City The in form Lorch, who is currently on loan from Mamelodi Sundowns to the Moroccan club, reminded everyone why he earned the nickname SMS 'Shake My Soul' and inspired the Scorpion Kings' tribute jam Lorch. Thembinkosi Lorch: Life of luxury Lorch's flair on the pitch is matched by his luxurious lifestyle. From high-end cars to designer outfits and exotic vacations, Lorch's wealth and success are evident in every aspect of his life. The Citizen took a look at his salary, net worth, luxurious assets and the glamorous world he inhabits. Salary and net worth Lorch's financial success is a testament to his prowess on the field. While at Orlando Pirates, his monthly salary was estimated to range between R130 000 and R165,000 000. Though some reports – as per Briefly News – from a 2023 court hearing suggested a lower base salary of R50 000 due to deductions like child support. After his move to Mamelodi Sundowns in 2024, his earnings reportedly surged to R450,000 000 per month, reflecting his value in the Premier Soccer League (PSL). His current salary at Wydad Athletic Club remains undisclosed but is likely comparable, given his high-profile loan move. Net worth: A growing fortune Lorch's net worth is estimated to be around $5 million (approximately R85 million) in 2025, bolstered by his football contracts, endorsements with brands like Puma and other ventures. His market value, as reported by Transfermarkt, stands at €500 000 (about R10.4 million), a reflection of his value and appeal in the high-stakes football world. 𝗟𝗢𝗥𝗖𝗛 𝗠𝗢𝗦𝗧 𝗩𝗜𝗘𝗪𝗘𝗗 Thembinkosi Lorch is the most viewed profile on the Transfermarkt platform after his performance against Man City at the FIFA Club World Cup. 👀 100% successful dribbles (3/3) 5 duels won 40 touches 7 touches in opposition box 70% pass accuracy… June 19, 2025 The life of Lorch His considerable financial fortune allows Lorch to indulge in a lifestyle that many aspire to but few achieve. Designer drip Frrom his sponsor Puma to luxury brands, the fashion-forward footballer recently posted pics of him sporting Louis Vuitton ready-to-wear menswear pieces from head to toe. According to LV's site, the LV Gradient Cotton T-shirt is valued at a round-off figure of R22 000. Lorch styled the shirt with ripped denim shorts and a pair of black and white LV Trainer sneakers, priced at R27 000 on Court Order SA. When it comes to the pricey baggage showcased by Lorch, his leather Louis Vuitton Keepall Bandouliere Monogram Travel Bag costs up to R45 000 according to the brand's Euro site. The baller is also sorted when it comes to travel luggage with his Louis Vuitton Horizon 55 Monogram Eclipse Black suitcase, with its cost ranging from R57 800 to over R65 300 on resale site Stock X. Car collection Lorch's car collection reflects his status as a football elite. He owns a powerful Jeep Grand Cherokee 3.6L Summit, valued at R1.1 million, which he frequently showcases on social media. The tricky attacker is also the proud owner of a sleek red Volkswagen Polo GTI. Rumours of a Lamborghini purchase for his father surfaced in 2019, with costs estimated between R410 000 and R8.43 million, but Lorch has never confirmed this and the car remains unseen. Midrand mansion Lorch resides in a luxurious mansion in Midrand, Johannesburg, featuring modern aesthetics, a swimming pool and a sleek kitchen often glimpsed in his Instagram posts. While he maintains privacy about his home for security reasons, the glimpses shared reveal a sophisticated and comfortable living space fitting for a star of his calibre. Exotic getaways Lorch's social media is filled with images of enviable vacations, including trips to Spain and Zanzibar's luxurious Hotel Riu Palace with actress Narasha Thahane – his former girlfriend and baby mama.
IOL News
2 days ago
- Sport
- IOL News
'Productive' Thembinkosi Lorch earns praise despite loss to Manchester City
Manchester City defender Vitor Reis tries to get the ball off Wydad Casablanca's South African forward Thembinkosi Lorch during the FIFA Club World Cup Group G match. Image: FRANCK FIFE / AFP Former Orlando Pirates forward Thembinkosi Lorch has been lauded for his industrious performance for Wydad Athletic Club in their FIFA Club World Cup match against Premier League giants Manchester City. Phil Foden scored inside two minutes and wing Jeremy Doku was also on target as Manchester City cruised to a comfortable 2-0 win in their opening match. But it was South African Lorch who ended up being the talk of the town. The clash against City was always going to be a big ask for Wydad, whose coach Amine Benhachem was only appointed in the run-up to the Club World Cup after replacing former Mamelodi Sundowns boss Rhulani Mokwena. However, they showed some spirit, led by a lively display from Lorch up front Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Advertisement Next Stay Close ✕ Ad loading Wydad, who qualified as a recent winner of the CAF Champions League, did have chances to give their passionate support something to celebrate. When new Man City signing Rayan Cherki gave the ball away cheaply, Lorch produced an audacious attempt to beat Ederson from inside his own half. However, the Brazilian goalkeeper made the save. Lorch set up fellow South African Cassius Mailula after some skilful play, but the former Sundowns man squandered the opportunity. After the match, former Bafana Bafana stars and SuperSport pundits Shaun Bartlett and Bongani Khumalo praised Lorch's performance against such formidable opponents. "He had quite a productive day on the field. I was quite disappointed when they took him off, obviously managing him as a player," Bartlett said during SuperSport TV's live broadcast.
IOL News
3 days ago
- Sport
- IOL News
Wydad Casablanca set to face Manchester City with SA duo key to Fifa Club World Cup hopes
Thembinkosi Lorch in action for Wydad Casablanca, where his stand-out performances in March earned him the Player of the Month award. Photo: Instagram/@WACofficiel Image: Instagram/@WACofficiel The Fifa Club World Cup features the top football clubs from each continent. And with Mamelodi Sundowns proudly flying the South African flag in the United States in their second-ever appearance at the competition, the nation also enjoys strong individual representation elsewhere on the global stage. Esperance de Tunis are still reeling from their CAF Champions League semi-final exit, having fallen just short of a second consecutive final after losing narrowly to Sundowns 1-0 over two legs. Their campaign at the World Cup got off to a tough start as well, as they suffered a 2-0 defeat to Brazilian heavyweights Flamengo. South Africa's Elias Mokwana was named on the bench for the Tunisian side, and after Flamengo struck in the 17th minute, Esperance were on the back foot, chasing the game against a formidable team that included Italian midfielder Jorginho, formerly of Chelsea and Arsenal. Mokwana came on early in the second half, and with his side showing some bright moments following tactical tweaks by head coach Maher Kanzari, they now face the challenge of making up points in their upcoming clashes against Los Angeles FC (Saturday) and Chelsea FC (next Wednesday). Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Advertisement Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Next Stay Close ✕ Meanwhile, things are looking different for neighbouring Wydad Athletic Club, who are preparing to open their campaign on Wednesday (6pm SA time) against Pep Guardiola's Manchester City – a side eager to restore pride following a disappointing domestic season. Champions of the 2023/24 Club World Cup, City remain packed with world-class talent, and are no strangers to lifting silverware. But a third-place league finish, 13 points behind title winners Liverpool, was a significant let-down for their fan-base. With Guardiola integrating a number of younger players into the squad, there may still be a lot of vulnerabilities within their set-up – something Wydad will look to exploit, especially given City's lack of recent confidence and form. The Moroccan club themselves ended their Botola Pro League campaign in third place, marking an improvement from their sixth-place showing in the 2024/25 season, which had seen them miss out on CAF Champions League qualification altogether. South Africa's Cassius Mailula has played a pivotal role for Wydad, particularly under the tenure of former coach Rulani Mokwena, and is expected to be a key player once more as they take on Manchester City in their opener. Mailula's contribution this season has been impressive, featuring in 27 matches, scoring five goals, and providing seven assists. His sharp form could be crucial against one of the world's most talented squads, led by arguably the best coach in world football. Another South African, Thembinkosi Lorch, also represents Wydad.
The Citizen
5 days ago
- Sport
- The Citizen
Lorch set for Wydad stay after impressive loan spell
'The possibility of Lorch staying in Morocco is high because the club has already engaged him on a new deal,' said a source. Thembinkosi Lorch of Wydad in action during the 2024/25 Morocco Botola League match between Wydad and Hassania Agadir at Larbi Zaouli Stadium in Casablanca, Morocco on 9 February 2025 ©Nabil Ramdani/BackpagePix According to information gathered by Mgosi Squad, Thembinkosi Lorch is set to remain at Wydad Casablanca next season following his initial loan move from Mamelodi Sundowns. The winger has done enough to convince Wydad's management to offer him a deal that will reportedly keep him at the club for the next two seasons. ALSO READ: No doubt Delap will be England number nine: Chelsea's Maresca Lorch joined the Moroccan giants in January to reunite with former coach Rulani Mokwena, who has since left the club. In his short stint in North Africa, the former PSL Footballer of the Season has been in good form for the Casablanca-based outfit. The 31-year-old is also keen to remain in Morocco, provided the two clubs can reach an agreement. 'The possibility of Lorch staying in Morocco is huge because the club has engaged him on a new deal after he did well last season,' said a source close to both clubs. 'At this stage, it's still early, and the club will wait for the Club World Cup to conclude before taking the next step. He has become a popular member within the Wydad squad despite only joining a few months ago.' ALSO READ: Tottenham hire Brentford's Frank as new manager Lorch is part of the Wydad squad currently competing at the FIFA Club World Cup in the United States. He made 11 appearances in the Botola Pro League, scoring two goals during a spell in which he regained his form.
IOL News
5 days ago
- Sport
- IOL News
A reflection of GBV within the sporting landscape
Where is the accountability? Former Orlando Pirates attacker Thembinkosi Lorch was found guilty of assaulting his ex-girlfriend two years ago. Picture: Samuel Shivambu/BackpagePix Image: Samuel Shivambu/BackpagePix Get your news on the go, click here to join the IOL News WhatsApp channel. After he served his two-week suspension, he resumed his career and earned a big-money move to Mamelodi Sundowns, where he won the league title during the 2023/24 season. He then moved to Wydad Casablanca. Currently, he's preparing to represent the Moroccan giants at the FIFA Club World Cup in the United States, which kicked off in Miami this Sunday morning. It seems that Lorch is off the hook, and his assault on his then-girlfriend has now been forgotten. Other footballers have been accused in the past, but charges were either not opened or their cases never made it to court. In a country where 33.1% of women aged 18 and older have endured physical violence in their lifetime, according to a report by the Human Sciences Research Council, sweeping Lorch's past transgressions under the rug paints a picture that the scourge of GBVF is not important. The Human Sciences Research Council report revealed that 33.1% of women aged 18 and older – amounting to over 7.8 million women – have endured physical violence in their lifetime. A fresh incident in everyone's mind is that of Manchester United player, Mason Greenwood. The forward was accused of raping and assaulting a woman. Image: AFP A fresh incident in everyone's mind is that of Manchester United player, Mason Greenwood. The forward was accused of raping and assaulting a woman. He was arrested in January 2022 after a video and images went viral. In 2023, BBC reported that the charges were dropped. According to SABC Sport, Greenwood has "revitalised his career in Ligue 1." Another soccer player, Thamsanqa Gabuza was arrested for allegedly trying to force himself on his then girlfriend. The former TS Galaxy player appeared in court and was granted Times reported that he has since moved to AmaTuks. Thamsanqa Gabuza was arrested for allegedly trying to force himself on his then girlfriend. Image: Muzi Ntombela/BackpagePix Dr Zubeda Dangor, of The Nisaa Institute for Women's Development, says it's important for clubs to publicly condemn gender-based violence and femicide and make it clear that such behaviour is not tolerated. Dangor feels that while there has been progress in condemning GBVF in sport, more could be done to promote gender equality and prevent GBVF. She urged clubs to develop clear policies, provide education, and collaborate with experts. 'Sports clubs and organisations should collaborate with experts, including GBVF specialists, law enforcement, and healthcare providers, to ensure effective response and support for survivors.' The three biggest clubs in South Africa were approached for comment, and to find out what measures were in place to combat GBV in South Africa. Only Kaizer Chiefs replied and said they would need until the end of the month to respond to IOL. What Dangor would love to see is clubs using their platforms to raise awareness and shift public attitudes towards GBV. She said social media campaigns can be used to share educational content, personal stories, and resources related to GBVF. 'By leveraging their platforms, sports clubs can play a significant role in raising awareness, shifting public attitudes, challenging myths, and supporting existing GBVF services,' she said. IOL
