
Retired footballer Thandani Ntshumayelo, chats with John Manyike about the financial pitfalls pro footballers face
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The life of a footballer seems perfect – adoring fans and a big salary. But for many, fame and fortune are fleeting without the financial knowledge to manage their money wisely. Retired footballer Thandani Nsthumayelo chats with John Manyike, our Group Head of Financial Education, about the lifestyle’s financial pitfalls and costly mistakes. Don’t miss this eye-opening glimpse into the realities of footballers’ lives.
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Chapters
- 02:02 Thandani talks about his childhood.
- 03:39 John asks Thandani how he was discovered by the big clubs.
- 07:18 Thandani talks about his time at Supersport
- 10:20 Thandani shares what it was like to get his first lump sum and what he did with some of it.
- 12:36 Thandani talks about his time with Pirates.
- 19:29 Thandani provides personal insight on where he was at mentally.
- 23:07 John asks Thandani about taking drugs and how that started.
- 34:48 John asks what happened after the news hit the newspapers.
- 37:54 Thandani finds out his girlfriend is pregnant.
- 43:18 Thandani talks about life after the ban.





