Highest-paid coaches in the Betway Premiership, and yes, it's who you think it is
Kaizer Chiefs
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South Africans are passionate about their sports, from rugby and soccer to netball and hockey. If it’s on TV, you can bet we’re watching it. Among the most popular sports leagues is the Betway Premiership, which attracts a massive audience of over 19 million viewers.
With such an enormous fan base, it’s no surprise that the Premier Soccer League (PSL) boasts some of the best coaching talent—and with great talent comes impressive salaries. The league’s biggest teams, backed by the most dedicated fans, often pay top dollar to secure the best coaches.
A shake-up saw Nasreddine Nabi, formerly with AS FAR Rabat, join Kaizer Chiefs and become the PSL’s highest-paid coach, surpassing Mamelodi Sundowns' Rulani Mokwena.
Here’s a detailed look at the top 10 highest-paid PSL coaches for 2024:
1. Nasreddine Nabi (Kaizer Chiefs) – R783,000 per month
Nasreddine Nabi is a Tunisian professional football manager and former player who manages the Kaizer Chiefs.
2. Manqoba Mngqithi (Mamelodi Sundowns) – Over R700,000 per month
Manqoba Mngqithi is the "senior coach" of Mamelodi Sundowns.
Sundowns coach Manqoba Mngqithi during the game of Stellenbosch FC against Mamelodi Sundowns in their DSTV Premiership at Danie Craven Stadium in Stellenbosch FILE. Mamelodi Sundowns coach Manqoba Mngqithi (left)
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3. Rhulani Mokwena (Former Mamelodi Sundowns Coach) – Over R700,000 per month
Rhulani Mlungisi Mokwena is the manager of Wydad AC.
Wydad Casablanca head coach Rulani Mokwena reacts on the touchline during his time with Mamelodi Sundowns Wydad Casablanca head coach Rulani Mokwena reacts on the touchline during his time with Mamelodi Sundowns.
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4. Steve Komphela (Mamelodi Sundowns) – Over R700,000 per month
Steve Komphela, a coach and former player who is the manager of Mamelodi Sundowns F.C.
Mamelodi Sundowns fans woke up to the news on Saturday morning that Steve Komphela had been appointed as the club’s senior coach as part of Manqoba Mngqithi’s technical team Steve Komphela
Image: Photo: Mamelodi Sundowns
5. José Riviero (Orlando Pirates) – Around R700,000 per month
José Luis Riveiro is a Spanish professional football manager who currently manages Orlando Pirates.
Orlando Pirates coach Jose Riveiro
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6. Eric Tinkler (Cape Town City) – Around R700,000 per month
Eric Tinkler is a coach and former player who manages Cape Town City.
Cape Town City coach Eric Tinkler
Image: AYANDA NDAMANE
7. John Maduka (Royal AM) – Over R600,000 per month
John Maduka is a retired Malawian footballer. He used to play for Bloemfontein Celtic until his retirement in 2009. He is currently the head coach of Durban, Chartswoth-based club Royal AM F.C.
Royal AM head coach John Maduka Royal AM head coach John Maduka
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8. Brandon Truter (Sekhukhune United) – Over R600,000 per month
Moroka Swallows F.C. (2019–2021)
Former Richards Bay FC coach Brandon Truter
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9. Steve Barker (Stellenbosch FC) – R400,000 per month
Steven Robert "Steve" Barker is a former football player and coach currently managing Stellenbosch F.C.
Stellenbosch FC head coach Steve Barker Stellenbosch FC head coach Steve Barker.
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10. Kaitano Tembo (Not currently coaching) – R500,000 per month (Sekhukhune United)
Kaitano Tembo is a Zimbabwean retired football defender and a former SuperSport United head coach.
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