Abel Shongwe
Swazi footballer
Eswatini
Midfielder
Abel Shongwe: profile
Abel Shongwe (born 26 June 1966 in Mbabane, Eswatini) is a retired Swazi footballer who played as a midfielder.
Shongwe made the step into senior football with Mbabane Highlanders F.C. in 1984. He played for 7 clubs in 2 countries since 1984. His most appearances came at Kaizer Chiefs F.C. (1986–1988), where he made 68 appearances and scored 21 goals. Across all recorded club spells he totals 122 appearances and 32 goals.
At international level, Shongwe represented Eswatini.
Mbabane has produced 5 footballers in our database, including Dennis Masina, Sibusiso Dlamini and Darren Christie.
Key facts
- Countries played in
- 2: Eswatini and South Africa
- Club goals per game
- 0.26 (32 in 122)
- Latest move
- SuperSport United F.C. (1993)
- Shares a birthday with
- Samir Nasri, Jean-Paul Abalo and Doctor Khumalo (more)
Club career
| Years | Club | League | Apps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1984–1986 | Mbabane Highlanders F.C. |
Eswatini Premier League | – | – |
| 1986–1988 |  Kaizer Chiefs F.C. |
Premier Soccer League | 68 | 21 |
| 1991–1992 | Moroka Swallows F.C. |
Premier Soccer League | 54 | 11 |
| 1993– | SuperSport United F.C. |
Premier Soccer League | – | – |
| — | AmaZulu F.C. |
Premier Soccer League | – | – |
| — | Lamontville Golden Arrows F.C. |
Premier Soccer League | – | – |
| — | Bidvest Wits F.C. |
Premier Soccer League | – | – |
| Total | 122 | 32 |
Appearances and goals are league figures where recorded on Wikidata; “–” means not recorded.
International career
| Years | Team | Level | Caps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| — | Eswatini |
Senior | – | – |
Frequently asked questions
How old is Abel Shongwe?
Abel Shongwe was born on 26 June 1966, which makes him 60 years old.
Where was Abel Shongwe born?
Abel Shongwe was born in Mbabane, Eswatini.
Which national team does Abel Shongwe play for?
Abel Shongwe played international football for Eswatini.
Which clubs has Abel Shongwe played for?
Abel Shongwe's recorded clubs are Mbabane Highlanders F.C., Kaizer Chiefs F.C., Moroka Swallows F.C., SuperSport United F.C., AmaZulu F.C., Lamontville Golden Arrows F.C. and Bidvest Wits F.C..
What position does Abel Shongwe play?
Abel Shongwe played as a midfielder.