‘My balance was R36.50’ says Orlando Pirates’ reckless former star

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By Samantha Allen

Published: April 17, 2022 | 7:15 PM GMT

It is pretty obvious his career with Pirates never illuminated, however, Modabi did display all the top talent to touch the skies at SuperSport United, Dynamos, and Wits, but he could not stay away from booze and financial recklessness.

“So bit by bit I kept finishing my money,” Modabi said on TK Solutions’ YouTube channel.

“Finally I arrived at the promised land. One day I woke up and realised I was left with R36.50.

“I remember I bought StreetWise Two that lasted me for two days. Because I had to eat the one piece the Thursday and half mini loaf and save for the other day.

Gerald Modabi in the colours of Orlando Pirates. Image: Football SA / Twitter

“It was dawning on me that manje ngiphethwe yindlala [right now I am starving], cause there is no money for the alcohol, which was a feeler for the stress.

Modabi concluded the unfortunate anecdote by wishing he had a grootman figure that was going to show him the right ways to lead a positive lifestyle and career.

Sadly for the Soweto-born star, his career was short-lived due to ill-discipline and a lack of social knowledge and guidance.

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The former Bucs coach’s reply went as far as mentioning players he mentored at Orlando Pirates alongside Milutin ‘Micho’ Sredojevic.

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About Samantha Allen

Samantha Allen is a seasoned journalist and senior correspondent at TDPel Media, specializing in the intersection of maternal health, clinical wellness, and public policy. With a background in investigative reporting and a passion for data-driven storytelling, Samantha has become a trusted voice for expectant mothers and healthcare advocates worldwide. Her work focuses on translating complex medical research into actionable insights, covering everything from prenatal fitness and neonatal care to the socioeconomic impacts of healthcare legislation. At TDPel Media, Samantha leads the agency's health analytics desk, ensuring that every report is grounded in accuracy, empathy, and scientific integrity. When she isn't in the newsroom, she is an advocate for community-led wellness initiatives and an avid explorer of California’s coastal trails.