{"id":234265,"date":"2021-08-17T13:34:40","date_gmt":"2021-08-17T12:34:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/buzzsouthafrica.com\/?p=234265"},"modified":"2023-01-08T21:38:55","modified_gmt":"2023-01-08T20:38:55","slug":"intriguing-facts-about-doctor-khumalos-net-worth-cars-and-house","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/buzzsouthafrica.com\/intriguing-facts-about-doctor-khumalos-net-worth-cars-and-house\/","title":{"rendered":"Intriguing Facts About Doctor Khumalo\u2019s Net Worth, Cars and House"},"content":{"rendered":"

Kaizer Chiefs legend Doctor Khumalo, famously known as “16 Valve,” has accrued a net worth estimated at $5 million (R70 million). The former midfielder played for almost two decades for the Naturena side, during which he became a force to reckon with in the Premier Soccer League. Throughout his football playing career, which he mostly spent at Kaizer Chiefs, Khumalo found the back of the net on multiple occasions, scoring over 210 goals before hanging his boots. His amazing football skills ensured that he pocketed impressive salaries that contributed to his present financial status.<\/p>\n

Also, he had endorsement deals with notable companies, including Puma. After his retirement, the legendary player tried his hands on other career paths. Not only did he work as a commentator and presenter, but he also ventured into coaching and then moved on to technical directing gigs. Although he is presently leading a modest lifestyle, Doctor Khumalo’s earnings have ensured that he ranks among the wealthiest South African ex-footballers.<\/p>\n

How Doctor Khumalo’s Net Worth of <\/strong>$5 Million <\/strong>Came About<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Following in his father’s footsteps, Eliakim Khumalo, a legendary football player who was also associated with Kaizer Chiefs as a player and coach, Doctor Khumalo began his professional career at the age of 17. He played in the Swallows Reserves between 1984 and 1987 before joining Kaizer Chiefs. Khumalo spent 17 years with the Naturena side, and there, he ended his professional playing career. He was part of the team that brought glory to the club in the ’90s, as his team clinched three South African league cups together with five knockout trophies in the 1990s.<\/p>\n

As a result, Doctor Khumalo earned hefty salaries at the peak of his career and increased his net worth with brand ambassadorial deals. Presently, he is said to be worth $5 million (R70 million). Thanks to his exploits in the PSL and also with the South African national team. He made his first appearance for Bafana Bafana<\/a> in 1992. Before hanging his boots on July 1st, 2002, he scored 9 goals in the 50 appearances he made for the team and must have augmented his earnings with the stipend he received for representing his home country. In 1996, Khumalo led the team to the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) victory.<\/p>\n

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