Ex-Sundowns Coach Manqoba Mngqithi Flaunts His R1.75 Million Wristwatch, SA Reacts
- Manqoba Mngqithi, former coach of Mamelodi Sundowns, recently flaunted his R1.75 million wristwatch in a viral picture on social media
- The Lamontville Golden Arrows head coach displayed the expensive wristwatch during a recent press conference
- The post featuring the luxury watch quickly went viral on social media and sparked different reactions from South Africans who debated about how the manager managed to get one
Former Mamelodi Sundowns coach Manqoba Mngqithi showed off his expensive wristwatch in a recent picture that went viral on social media.
The South African tactician is rated among the top earning coaches in the Premier Soccer League and he recently returned to his former club Lamontville Golden Arrows after being sacked by the Brazilians.
Since returning to the Backheel Boys, the team have rejuvenated and recently defeated Kaizer Chiefs in the Betway Premiership, to keep them within the touching distance of competing in the MTN8 at the beginning of next season.
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Mngqithi flaunts his R1.75 million wristwatch
According to a recent post by @MillionMnisi on X (formerly known as Twitter), Mngqithi was seen wearing a golden Audemars Piguet Royal Oak in one of the pictures snapped during a press conference.
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Audemars Piguet Royal Oak is reportedly worth R1.75 million, which is invariable 95,215 in US dollars.
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The South African coach reportedly earned close to R700,000 monthly during his time with Sundowns and he definitely could afford to don an expensive wristwatch like Audemars Piguet Royal Oak.
The picture and the amount of wristwatch sparked different reactions from South Africans on social media, with most of them debating about the price and if he's rich enough to afford such an expensive item.
Reactions as Mngqithi flaunts his R1.75 million wristwatch
QRoger_03 implied:
"Coaches like Jose Riverio won't be happy when they see this."
Khitletsi said:
"Motsepe money going to waste!"
juristicpilot added:
"He worked for team that pays 🤝 Kompela drives a lamboghini."
Reginald Mangena wrote:
"He'll never lose money on that AP it has increased 5% since he bought it...."
W_Shabangu shared:
"So this is why they call it a Golden handshake."
NMokhitli32313 reacted:
"He has worked hard for it and he is still working hard 💪💯🤘🤘o shapile chiefs last week 😂😂."
Moshebi_Thulo responded:
"He earned ~700k a month at Downs… for him it’s a few months salary 😅"
Thembinkosi Nkosi said:
"Bro used to earn like R700K/monthly so it's like 3months salary I once earned R4K a month and had a R11K item too 😃"
Popiro2023 analysed:
"It's an investment, same with shares, unit trusts, gold, cows, bitcoin, classic cars, art, jewelery, watches... All are forms of holding the value of fiat currency."
Audemars Piguet Royal Oak - A distinguished timepiece
The Audemars Piguet Royal Oak is a distinguished timepiece renowned for its innovative design and exceptional craftsmanship.
It was introduced in 1972 and it was the first luxury sports watch crafted in stainless steel, featuring an octagonal bezel and "Tapisserie" patterned dial, setting it apart in the horological world.
The Royal Oak has been offered in various materials, including gold and ceramic, catering to diverse preferences for several years. The ceramic versions, in particular, have gained traction in high-end watchmaking due to their lightness, durability, and scratch-resistant properties.
The Royal Oak's enduring appeal lies in its blend of avant-garde aesthetics and technical excellence, making it a coveted piece among collectors and enthusiasts alike.
Mngqithi unfazed by criticism
Manqoba Mngqithi has publicly expressed a strong sense of self-confidence and resilience.
In interviews, Mngqithi has emphasized his thick skin and indifference to public criticism, stating, "I don't care about what people are saying."
Mngqithi attributes his success to a steadfast belief in his principles and capabilities, remaining unfazed by societal pressures or opinions. This unwavering self-assurance has been a cornerstone of his career, enabling him to navigate the challenges of professional football coaching with poise and determination.
Mngqithi explains how he outsmarted Nabi's Kaizer Chiefs
Briefly News earlier reported that Mngqithi give a detailed explanation of how he outsmarted Nasreddine Nabi's Kaizer Chiefs' during Lamontville Golden Arrows win over the Soweto giants in the Betway Premiership.
The Backheel Boys are now two points behind the Glamour Boys on the PSL table.
Nomso Obiajuru was a contributing writer in this article
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