‘A boy from Tembisa living the dream’ – Mamelodi Sundowns star Themba Zwane, making headlines against the backdrop of 35th birthday.
With an illustrious career spanning years, Themba Zwane has fast become one of the most sought-after stars and has wowed many with his unmatched flair and command of the game.The Mamelodi Sundowns star recently turned 35. His age has undoubtedly divided Mzansi, and many were more than convinced that he looks younger than his age.
On the other hand, some were more than convinced that Themba Zwane was having his last dance with Mamelodi Sundowns. Themba Zwane was born 3 August 1989 in Thembisa, South Africa. However, against his 35th birthday, Mamelodi Sundowns, a host of players flooded their feeds with heartfelt birthday posts.
Surprisingly, he grew up in the Khalambazo Section, Tembisa. The section is best known for being home to several seasoned stars, including Jerry Sikhosana. Many are shocked that Themba Zwane was nurtured by the Orlando Pirates legend, who lived four houses away from Zwane’s home. His mother, Lindiwe Zwane, died when he was 10, and he grew up under his father’s watch, Mandla Mnguni, before moving in with his grandmother, Anna Mnguni, in Tembisa’s Ivory Park section. Against his birthday, we have connected the dots on his illustrious career that dates back to his youthful days at Mahlangu Tigers.
Many might find it puzzling, but the star was teammates with celebrated DStv Premier League stars, including Thabo Matlaba, Mthokozisi Yende and Punch Masenamela during their early careers at Themba Zwane has since outshined his former teammates in the league and been nicknamed “Mshishi” because of his destructive attacking force in the PSL. The Sundowns captain has since made over 200 club appearances and scored over 50 goals.
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