It happens more often than you think for two professional players to share their last names or at least be somehow related. Amazulu FC owner Sandile Zungu and Mamelodi Sundowns midfielder Bongani Zungu share the same surname, leaving Mzansi questioning if they are father and son.
The two stars are famous in the world of football. Sandile is a football club owner; on the other hand, Bongani is an exceptional talent that is evident whenever he hits the field of play.
AmaZulu chairman Sandile Zungu on being a father to Mamelodi Sundowns midfielder Bongani Zungu
Sandile and Bongani’s striking resemblance has often made many think the two might be related. Well, we have managed to connect the dots regarding their relationship. The two share the same surname, but in real life, they are not father and son as peddled by the media.
Sandile Zungu
He can be described as an ambitious and driven individual. Sandile believes that investment theory is the key to economic advancement and sustainability. He was born in 1967 in Umlazi town in southern Durban. The businessman spent most of his childhood in Durban and attended Vukuzakhe High School. He holds a cabinet of educational qualifications; rumours are he is one of the most educated business moguls in Mzansi.
He is the owner and chairman of AmaZulu football club; he purchased the club from Dr Patrick Sokhelain in October 2020. Besides being the AmaZulu chairman Sandile Zungu owns several companies in Mzansi. As of 2022, he has an estimated net worth of R350 million.
Bongani Zungu
In Contrast, Bongani Zungu was born on October 9th, 1992, in Duduza, South Africa. He started his football career at 18 and perfected his skills to become one of the most paid footballers in Mzansi.
Arguably, South Africa’s most talented footballer and one of the best midfielders of all time. He is currently signed under Mamelodi Sundowns football club.
A skilled midfielder Bongani has played for his country and explored the horizon on other platforms where he equally excelled. As of 2022, he has a net worth of R120 million. Apart from his illustrious footballing career he also happens to be a celebrated brand ambassador who has partnered with several cooperates in the advertising world.
In conclusion, Sandile and Bongani are not related but share the same surname and have striking resemblances that have fueled the rumours of being father and son.
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