According to the MLS Players’ Association, ex-Orlando Pirates star Mbekezeli Mbokazi is on decent money, but he’s not close to being the best-earning South African in the MLS.
Former Orlando Pirates star Mbokazi’s MSL salary
According to the MLS Players’ Association, former Orlando Pirates favourite Mbekezeli Mbokazi takes home $655k (about R10.8 million) a year. The talented 20-year-old defender has made 10 appearances in the MSL this term out of a possible 12 matches for the Chicago Fire.
Which South African out-earns Mbokazi in the USA?
Minnesota United’s Bongokuhle Hlongwane’s guaranteed annual salary stands at $1,14 million (about R 18.8 million). The 25-year-old featured in a March friendly against Panama, but his last meaningful action for his country in a competitive fixture came in November 2023 in World Cup qualifying.
Pirates edge closer to a long-overdue crown
After Sundowns fell to a 3-2 defeat at TS Galaxy on Wednesday, Orlando Pirates can smell their first Betway Premiership title in 14 years. Four more points from their remaining fixtures would guarantee a first league crown since 2012. Even three points might be enough, provided Pirates don’t lose by more than seven goals in the other fixture. They currently sit on a goal difference of +44, while Sundowns’ is +36. The Buccaneers won’t be entertaining the idea of a heavy defeat; their three league losses this term have all come by a single goal. Next up for the Sea Robbers is a home clash with Durban City.
