Teko Modise Biography
Teko Modise is a South African retired professional footballer who was born in Meadowlands, South Africa as Teko Tsholofelo Modise. He played as a midfielder and is currently a staff member at Cape Town City Football Club.
He is regarded as one of the greatest PSL players of the modern era today, Modise’s career started in the lower leagues of South African football with Ria Stars and City Pillars. During his time with the latter, he won the Mvela Golden League Player of the Season award, which earned him a move to top-flight side Superpsort United in the year 2006.
The following season he joined local rivals Orlando Pirates with whom he spent six years, winning two PSL Footballer of the Year awards, such as the inaugural award, and two club honors. Whilst at the pirates, he earned the nickname “the General” for his ability to direct play and soon became a regular within the national team set-up.
Following a falling out with club management in the year 2011, he moved to Mamelodi Sundowns, where he spent a further six years and won no fewer than five club titles. Also captained the side for the 2012–2013 season.
In the year 2017, he chose not to renew his contract with the club, electing instead to sign for Cape Town City, where he remained until his retirement in the year 2019. Modise also made 66 appearances for South Africa between 2007 and 2012 and represented the nation at the 2008 Africa Cup of Nations, 2009 FIFA Confederations Cup as well as 2010 FIFA World Cup tournaments.
Teko Modise Age
Modise is 38 years old as of 2020, he was born on 22 December 1982 in Meadowlands, Gauteng, South Africa. He celebrates his birthday on 22 December every year and his birth sign is Capricorn.
Teko Modise Height
Modise stands at a height of 5 feet 7 inches.
Teko Modise Family
Modise was born to his parents, Steve Sekgaila(father) and Dikeledi Modise(mother). He is the youngest of three siblings and was raised by his mother in Diepkloof, Soweto.
Teko Modise Father
Modise was born to his father Steve Sekgaila. His father introduced him to football as a toddler through who was a Kaizer Chiefs supporter, but lost contact with him when he was 10 years old.
During his formative years that followed, he played for local amateur sides Coventry and City Rebels prior to joining Ria Stars at the age of seventeen.
Teko Modise Wife
Modise was married to Felicia Modise. The couple married in 2010 and divorced in 2013. They have a daughter together.
He entered into a relationship with model Lizelle Tabane with whom he was engaged until they broke the engagement in the year 2015 after rumors of infidelity surfaced against her.
Teko Modise Salary
Modise earned an average salary of R450 000 per month, during his football career, he won no fewer than six trophies, including two PSL titles, the Nedbank Cup, Telkom Knockout, CAF Champions League as well as CAF Super Cup.
Teko Modise Net Worth
Modise’s net worth is estimated to be between $1.5 million and $5.5 million dollars. This includes his assets, money, and income. His primary source of income is his career as a professional footballer. Through his various sources of income, Teko has been able to accumulate good fortune but prefers to lead a modest lifestyle.
Teko Modise Measurements and Facts
Here are some interesting facts and body measurements you should know about Teko Modise.
Teko Modise Wiki
- Full Names: Teko Tsholofelo Modise
- Popular As: Staff member at Cape Town City Football Club
- Gender: Male
- Occupation / Profession: Professional footballer
- Nationality: American
- Race / Ethnicity: White
- Religion: Not Known
- Sexual Orientation: Straight
Teko Modise Birthday
- Age / How Old?: 38 years old as of 2020
- Zodiac Sign: Capricorn
- Date of Birth: 22 December 1982
- Place of Birth: Meadowlands, Gauteng, South Africa
- Birthday: 22 December
Teko Modise Body Measurements
- Body Measurements: Not Available
- Height / How Tall?: 1.69 m
- Weight: 70 kg
- Eye Color: Not Available
- Hair Color: Not Available
- Shoe Size: Not Available
Teko Modise Family and Relationship
- Father (Dad): Steve Sekgaila
- Mother: Dikeledi Modise
- Siblings (Sister): Sheila Mohlaka
- Marital Status: Married
- Wife/Spouse: Married to Felicia Modise(2010-2013)
- Dating / Girlfriend: Engaged to Lizelle Tabane(separated)
- Children: Sons ( ***, ***, ***) Daughter(s) (***, ***, ***)
Teko Modise Net Worth and Salary
- Net Worth: Between $1.5 million and $5.5 million dollars
- Salary: R450 000 per month
- Source of Income: Former footballer and staff member at Cape Town City Football Club
Teko Modise House and Cars
- Place of living: SA
- Cars: Car Brand to be Updated
Toke Madise Home
Retired footballer Modise is about to be booted from his multimillion-rand Joburg home by SB Guarantee Company for allegedly dribbling it of its bond repayments.
Modise, whose credit profile was negatively affected when he lost his houses and cars due to non-payment about five years ago, entered into an agreement with the guarantor in March 2015 to secure a home loan for him.
According to court documents filed by the guarantor’s lawyers, Shepstone & Wylie, they provided a guarantee for the former Bafana star to be granted a loan of more than R2.7m by Standard Bank to purchase a house in Fourways, north of Joburg in October 2016.
The company paid Standard Bank R690,000 as security for the home loan. As a result, the loan given to the former Orlando Pirates and Mamelodi Sundowns ballooned to more than R3.3m. He was supposed to pay R32,000 in monthly installments over 240 months but allegedly defaulted.
The court papers show that as of May 24 this year, Modise was more than R529,000 in arrears after allegedly defaulting for 14 months.
The guarantor’s lawyers wrote a letter to the former PSL player of the year on October 8 last year demanding that he get his account up to date, but their pleas fell on deaf ears. The papers showed that Modise, via his attorneys, attempted to arrange payment agreements on more than five occasions.
Teko Modise Cape Town City
On 27 June 2017, he was released from his contract by Mamelodi Sundowns. On 12th July 2017, he signed for Cape Town City. He made his debut on 23 August, coming on as a substitute for Mpho Matsi and scoring Cape Town City’s third goal in a 3–1 win over Platinum Stars.
Teko Modise Endorsements
Modise was appointed ambassador by global company McDonald’s for the 2010 FIFA World Cup during his time with Orlando Pirates. He also served as an ambassador for Coca-Cola, Nike, Telkom, and Samsung.
While sponsored by Nike he was one of only ten global stars selected by the sportswear manufacturer to wear a limited edition pink Mercurial SuperFly boot. In 2015, he left Nike and signed a sponsorship deal with Adidas.
In 2016, while playing for Mamelodi Sundowns, Modise became a brand ambassador for motor vehicle manufacturer Volkswagen which saw him receive a 2016 Golf GTI. Following his move to Cape Town City in 2017, he was endorsed by Lexus.
Teko Modise Football
Modise played for local amateur sides Coventry and City Rebels and at the age of seventeen in 1999 he joined Ria Stars after being scouted by former Orlando Pirates and Kaizer Chiefs defender, Steve Mnguni. In September 2001 he made his PSL debut in a 1-1 draw with Bidvest Wits.
Ria stars were bought out for R8m by the PSL and this led to the termination of his contract. He was signed for Mvela Golden League side City Pillars. He helped the club to a last-16 finish in the Nedbank Cup where they were ultimately eliminated by Kaizer Chiefs.
In August 2006 Teko Modise signed for Supersport United but later in 2007, he signed for rivals Orlando Pirates, a three-year contract. In his debut season, he won the inaugural PSL Footballer of the Year award and was also named SAFA Footballer of the Year.
Teko Modise Awards
- 2009: Footballer of the Year at the PSL Awards
- 2008: Footballer of the Year at the PSL Awards
- 2006: League’s player of the Season award.
Frequently Asked Questions About Teko Modise
Who is Teko Modise?
Teko Modise is a retired professional footballer who was born in Meadowlands, South Africa as Teko Tsholofelo Modise. He played as a midfielder and is currently a staff member at Cape Town City Football Club.
How old is Teko Modise ?
Modise is an American national born on 22 December 1982 in Meadowlands, Gauteng, South Africa.
How tall is Teko Modise?
Modise stands at a height of 1.69 m.
Is Modise married?
Yes, Modise was married to Felicia Modise. The couple married in 2010 and divorced in 2013. They have a daughter together.
How much is Teko Modise worth?
Modise has an approximate net worth of between $1.5 million and $5.5 million dollars. This amount has been accrued from his leading roles in the sports industry.
How much does Teko Modise make?
Modise earned an average salary of R450 000 per month, during his football career, he won no fewer than six trophies, including two PSL titles, the Nedbank Cup, Telkom Knockout, CAF Champions League as well as CAF Super Cup.
Where does Teko Modise live?
Because of personal reasons, Teko has not shared his precise location of residence. We will update this information if we get the location and images of his house.
Is Teko Modise dead or alive?
Teko is alive and in good health. There have been no reports of him being sick or having any health-related issues.
Where is Teko Modise Now?
Footballer: Teko is currently a staff member at Cape Town City Football Club.
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