Former Orlando Pirates attacking midfielder Patrick ‘Tito’ Maswanganyi has opened up about the football legend who inspired his career, revealing that former Bafana Bafana star Teko Modise has always been his biggest role model.

Maswanganyi made the revelation during an interview with the South African Football Journalists Association (SAFJA), where he discussed the influence Modise had on his development as a footballer and his personal life.

The 28-year-old explained that he grew up watching Modise and admired his playing style so much that he often imagined himself playing like the former Orlando Pirates and Mamelodi Sundowns midfielder.

Teko Modise Played a Major Role in Maswanganyi's Development

According to Maswanganyi, Modise's influence went beyond football. He admired the legendary midfielder's creativity, confidence, fashion sense and personality.

Speaking about his childhood inspiration, Maswanganyi made it clear that Modise was the player he always wanted to emulate.

"Teko Modise is my idol. I would say

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