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The Citizen
4 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
12 hours ago
- Sport
- IOL News
Thembinkosi Lorch may spark Bafana recall after impressing for Wydad against Manchester City in Club World Cup
Manchester City's Vitor Reis tries to get the ball off Wydad Casablanca's Thembinkosi Lorch (right). Photo: AFP Image: AFP Thembinkosi Lorch continued his resurgence with another eye-catching display for Wydad Athletic Club, even as the Moroccan giants fell 2-0 to Manchester City in their opening Fifa Club World Cup fixture on Wednesday night. Facing the former English champions in their group-stage opener, Wydad were always in for a tough night, but the 31-year-old South African winger emerged as one of the few bright sparks in an otherwise frustrating outing. The former Orlando Pirates star looked lively from the outset, offering an attacking threat both wide and on the inside, and remained one of Wydad's more consistent outlets throughout the 90 minutes. The result leaves Wydad with plenty to do in their remaining group-stage fixture if they are to keep their tournament hopes alive, but Lorch's individual performance gave South African fans reason to be optimistic. 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 ✕ In contrast, fellow countryman Cassius Mailula endured a more difficult evening. Starting upfront as the focal point of Wydad's attack, the young forward struggled to influence proceedings, largely due to a lack of service. He was withdrawn at halftime as the technical team sought to spark a second-half comeback. City, despite fielding a rotated side without several key players, showed their pedigree early. Phil Foden opened the scoring within two minutes – one of the fastest goals in Club World Cup history – capitalising on a lapse in Wydad's defensive shape. Just before halftime, Jeremy Doku's quick feet carved open the Moroccan defence again, with City doubling their lead and effectively killing off the contest before the interval. To Wydad's credit, they refused to sit back. They pressed high and tried to assert their style, but their energy lacked end-product. Moments of promise often faded without the clinical final ball, and City's composure and control ensured the result never truly looked in doubt. Still, the 31-year-old Lorch remained a threat, particularly in the first half. His touches were purposeful, his runs intelligent, and his confidence increasingly evident – a far cry from the player who had struggled for game-time at Mamelodi Sundowns just months ago. His loan move to Wydad has breathed new life into his career. Under the initial guidance of Rulani Mokwena and now Amine Benhachem, he has grown in influence and consistency, rediscovering the form that once made him a stand-out for Pirates and a regular in the national team set-up. A lot of credit must go to Mokwena, who showed faith in the former Pirates player and took him along during his initial stint with the Moroccan giants. Even in Mokwena's absence, the quality in the player continues to shine through, and he could once again become a key figure even in the national team.
IOL News
a day 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.
The Citizen
4 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.
The South African
09-05-2025
- Sport
- The South African
Wydad eager to permanently sign Lorch from Sundowns
Wydad Athletic Club are reportedly eager to permanently sign Thembinkosi Lorch from Mamelodi Sundowns. Lorch joined the Moroccan giants on loan from the Brazilians earlier this year, and he appears to have impressed. He has featured in nine league games for Wydad, and has scored twice, including last week's winner against AS FAR Rabat. Thembinkosi Lorch joined Wydad earlier this year. Image: Wydad Athletic/X Now, according to Moroccan publication Sport7 , Wydad have submitted a formal offer to Sundowns for the services of Lorch. However, whether or not Sundowns will be keen to let the former Orlando Pirates man go remains to be seen. The 31-year-old attacker was expected to return to Sundowns ahead of next season, especially with Rulani Mokwena leaving Wydad. Mokwena is the one who convinced Lorch to join Wydad but the results were just not forthcoming during their time together. Meanwhile, Lorch is not the only player Wydad want to keep. They are also interested in retaining Cassius Mailula. However, this could be a complicated deal as Wydad may have to break the bank to sign the Toronto FC attacker. Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 0211 Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news.
