Teboho Mokoena Biography: Age, Net Worth, Siblings, Parents, Height, Salary, Loan, Team, Girlfriend

Teboho Mokoena is a South African professional soccer player who plays midfield for the Premier Soccer League club Mamelodi Sundowns and the South African national team.

Renowned as one of Africa’s top midfielders, he is celebrated for his powerful long-range shots and ability to link defence and attack seamlessly during games.

Mokoena has represented South Africa at various youth levels and made his senior debut in 2017.

He was a key squad member who achieved third place in the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations.

Profile

• Full Name: Teboho Mokoena
• Stage Name: Teboho Mokoena
• Born: January 24, 1997
• Age: 27 years
• Birthplace: Bethlehem, South Africa
• Nationality: South African
• Occupation: South African professional soccer player
• Height: 1.76 m
• Parent: Alexis “Didi” Motaung and Manthati Mokoena
• Siblings: Unknown
• Spouse: Unknown
• Children: Unknown
• Relationship: Unmarried
• Net Worth: $5 million

Early Life And Education

Teboho Mokoena was born on January 24, 1997, in Bethlehem, South Africa. He is the son of the late Alexis “Didi” Motaung, a renowned footballer from the 1990s, and his mother, Manthati Mokoena. Teboho is the only child of his parents.

He attended Bodikela Junior Secondary School, where his soccer talent was discovered by Charles Molefe, a teacher and soccer coach who played a pivotal role in his early development. Mokoena belongs to the Basotho ethnic group, reflecting his cultural heritage. He practices Christianity.

Career

Teboho Mokoena began his career at SuperSport United, progressing through the youth ranks and captaining the U-19 team. Promoted to the first team by Stuart Baxter in 2016, he made his professional debut in February 2017 in a league win over Golden Arrows.

That same year, he became a regular starter in midfield and played a vital role in the club’s success, including helping them secure the Nedbank Cup title.

In 2017, Mokoena faced a club-versus-country dispute when SuperSport United hesitated to release him for the FIFA U-20 World Cup due to the team’s commitments in the Nedbank Cup.

A compromise allowed him to join the national team briefly before returning to assist his club in winning the tournament. During this period, he scored his first professional Goal in a CAF Confederations Cup match against TP Mazembe.

Mokoena’s impressive performances earned him nominations for the PSL Young Player of the Season award. Highlights included winning the Goal of the Month award in January 2019 for a stunning strike against Bloemfontein Celtic.

Despite the club’s mixed league performances, he continued establishing himself as a key figure in midfield, known for his passing range and long-range shooting.

Internationally, Mokoena made his senior debut in 2017 during the African Nations Championship qualifiers. He scored his first international Goal in a 6–0 victory over Seychelles during the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers, contributing to South Africa’s largest-ever win. His talent and versatility have made him a standout player for club and country.

Social Media

• Instagram handle: mokoena_28
• Facebook handle: Teboho Mokoena
• Twitter handle: tmokoena_.

Personal Life

Teboho Mokoena, the South African soccer player, is in a relationship. However, details about his girlfriend remain private, and there is no confirmed information about her identity or relationship.

Net Worth

Teboho Mokoena’s estimated net Worth is around $5 million. His market value is currently about €2.4 million (R46 million), reflecting his status as one of the top players in the South African Premier Division. This financial standing highlights both his on-field success and potential for future transfers.