Hlompho Kekana's salary, cars, net worth, new club, achievements, house

Hlompho Kekana's salary, cars, net worth, new club, achievements, house

Kevin Omuya
updated at April 12, 2023 at 7:59 PM

Hlompho Kekana was born in Zebediela, Limpopo, and has played defensive midfield for Mamelodi Sundowns, Black Leopards, City Pillars, SuperSport United, and Bloemfontein Celtic. He can easily be remembered by the seven goals he scored when his team beat Powerlines FC 24-0 in the Nedbank Cup. Let us find out Hlompho Kekana’s salary and other achievements in various clubs.

Hlompho Kekana salary
Hlompho Kekana. Photo@Gonzalez_888
Source: Instagram

Hlompho is one of the top long-range shooters globally. While playing for the national team, Kekana scored on a 65-yard shot against Cameroon. He was the captain of Mamelodi Sundowns when they won the CAF Champions League in 2016. With his 65-yard goal against Cameroon, he was nominated for the FIFA Puskás Award.

Profile summary

  • Full name: Hlompho Alpheus Kekana
  • Gender: Male
  • Nickname: Gonzalez
  • Date of birth: 23 May 1985
  • Age: 36 years (as of March 2022)
  • Zodiac sign: Taurus
  • Place of birth: Zebediela, Limpopo, South Africa
  • Current residence: Johannesburg, South Africa
  • Nationality: South African
  • Ethnicity: Black
  • Sexuality: Straight
  • Religion: Christian
  • Height in feet: 5'7"
  • Height in centimetres: 176
  • Weight in kilograms: 64
  • Weight in pounds: 141
  • Hair colour: Black
  • Marital status: Married
  • Occupation: Footballer
  • Position: Defensive midfielder
  • Current Club: Orlando Pirates
  • Net worth: $300,000
  • Instagram: @Gonzalez_888
  • Twitter: @Hmlompho_Kekana

How old is Kekana?

Hlompho was born in Zebediela, South Africa, on May 23, 1985. In May 2022, Hlompho Kekana's age will be 37 years old.

Hlompho Kekana's family

The star midfielder is married, and he and his wife have a daughter together. Unfortunately, on November 7, 2017, his mother-in-law was involved in a car accident and tragically passed away. Kekana’s daughter was also a victim of the accident but was lucky to escape without injuries.

International career and education

In 2011, the midfielder made his international debut for his native South Africa. During his time with the national team, he has played in 24 games and scored five goals. For the national team, he has scored against rival countries like Namibia, Lesotho, Mozambique, Cameroon, and Mauritania. Long-range shooting is widely considered to be one of his greatest strengths.

Club career

Hlompho Kekana salary, cars, net worth, new club, achievements, house
Hlompho Kekana of Mamelodi Sundowns celebrates his goal during the Absa Premiership match against Black Leopards at Peter Mokaba Stadium on May 07, 2013, South Africa. Photo: Philip Mae
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Kekana made his South African Premier League debut in 2004 with Blacks Leopards. After that, Zebediela Junior Swallows were a part of his youth soccer career with Tshiamo Soccer Academy. Kekana has also worked as a player for Black Leopards, City Pillars, SuperSport United, and Bloemfontein Celtic.

He is a former player for Mamelodi Sundowns. With 15 goals in 136 games for the club, he led the club as the team captain up to August 2021. Then, he unexpectedly quit Sundowns despite signing a four-year contract extension a year before his departure, which is set to expire in June 2024.

What is Hlompho Kekana doing now?

Hlompho is currently a free agent. However, it has been claimed that the 37-year-old midfielder has made conversations with various PSL clubs to secure a new contract and extend his playing career.

Where is Hlompho Kekana originally from?

Hlompho originated from Zebediela in South Africa. Zebediela is found in the Capricorn District Municipality in Limpopo Province. South-East of Polokwane, it lies near Lebowakgomo, a small town. Named for a former Ndebele chief, the location is known as Sebetiela.

Hlompho Kekana's salary

During his two years with Supersport United, Kekana was paid $275. This suggests that his annual income was around $3,300. Although his income has decreased during his football career, his annual salary with Sundowns was nearly twice that of Supersport United.

In 2008, his transfer from Black Leopards F.C. to Supersport United F.C. earned him $94,000. That means he was among the top 10 highest paid footballers in PSL. But who is the most paid player in PSL? Kaizer Chief’s Keagan Dolly is currently the top earner in the league with $100,000 annually.

Hlompho Kekana's net worth

Hlompho Kekana's salary, cars, net worth, new club, achievements, house
Hlompho Kekana. Photo: @Gonzalez_888
Source: Instagram

According to sources, he is worth approximately $300,000. He made money via his Mamelodi Sundowns FC wages, Bafana Bafana outings, and paid guest appearances.

Hlompho Kekana achievements

Kekana won six Premiership League titles, the 2016 CAF Champions League, and the 2017 CAF Super League during his time with Sundowns. Hlompho had two league titles before joining Sundowns, making him one of the most accomplished players in the Premier Soccer League (PSL)

Hlompho Kekana's house and cars

Hlompho Kekana's salary, cars, net worth, new club, achievements, house
Hlompho Kekana. Photo: @Gonzaleaz_888
Source: Instagram

Kekana is living a lavish life at his home in South Africa. With six league titles to his name, Kekana, 36, is one of the most decorated footballers in PSL history. After leading Sundowns to a domestic treble, he's added another eye-catching set of wheels to his garage.

The experienced footballer, frequently photographed in his sponsored Volkswagen vehicles, has now reportedly become an ambassador for Audi, with the Polokwane branch unveiling his latest present.

"It is only befitting for our guy to be driving in the all-new Audi A4 sedan. The car was made for champions, after all. We wish you many happy kilometres on your new ride," the post read.

Hlompho Kekana new club

Former Mamelodi Sundowns captain Hlompho Kekana is rumoured to be on his way to a new club, but he is not in a hurry as a deal to sign with a top-flight team is being finalized ahead of the start of the new season. According to a source close to Kekana's camp, the 36-year-old is presently working on his own but is interested in joining any squad at this point in the season.

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Kevin Omuya is a Content Writer with 4 years of experience who joined Sports Brief in 2022. In 2019 he held a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism & Digital Media from KCA University.