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Thembinkosi Lorch is a prominent South African professional footballer known for his attacking midfield and winger roles. He is often regarded as one of the best players of his generation in the South African top-flight division ¹.

Early Life and Career Beginnings

Lorch was born on July 22, 1993, in Bloemfontein, South Africa ⁸. He began his football career at Katlehong Young Stars, based in QwaQwa, and later broke into professional ranks with Maluti FET College in 2013 ¹⁸.

Club Career and Achievements

Lorch gained significant recognition during his time with Orlando Pirates. In 2019, he was named both the "South African Player of the Season" and the "Players' Player of the Season," highlighting his impact and skill on the field ¹.

More recently, Lorch has made a transfer to Mamelodi Sundowns. Reports indicate his earnings at Mamelodi Sundowns are between R350,000 and R400,000 ⁵. His current club is listed as Al Ittihad on some sports statistics sites, indicating a potential or past transfer ⁶.

Personal Life and Controversies

In 2020, Lorch was found guilty by the Randburg Magistrates Court for assaulting his ex-girlfriend, Nokuthula Mathithibala ³. This incident brought him into the public eye beyond his football career.

Lifestyle

Lorch is known for his luxurious lifestyle, which includes designer clothes and high-value cars ⁵.