Alfred Phiri: Career Stats, Clubs, Age & Nationality

Alfred Phiri: profile

Alfred Phiri (born 22 June 1974 in Alexandra, South Africa) is a former South African footballer who played as a midfielder.

Phiri started out at Jomo Cosmos F.C. in 1995. He played for 7 clubs in 2 countries between 1995 and 2008. The busiest spell of his career was at Gençlerbirliği S.K. (1996–2001): 116 appearances and 12 goals. Across all recorded club spells he totals 299 appearances and 22 goals.

At international level, Phiri represented South Africa (1998–2006), earning 13 caps and scoring 2 goals.

Alexandra has produced 10 footballers in our database, including Brian Baloyi, Benson Mhlongo and Patrick Phungwayo.

Key facts

Senior international debut: 1998 (aged about 24)
Club career: 1995–2008 (14 seasons)
Countries played in: 2: South Africa and Turkey
Club goals per game: 0.07 (22 in 299)
Height: 174 cm — taller than 38% of South African internationals on record
Latest move: Moroka Swallows F.C. (2008)
Shares a birthday with: Ambroise Oyongo, Djakaridja Koné and Mory Diaw (more)

Club career

Years	Club	League	Apps	Goals
1995–1996	Jomo Cosmos F.C.	National First Division	11	0
1996–2001	Gençlerbirliği S.K.	Süper Lig	116	12
1997–1998	Vanspor		21	1
2001–2002	Samsunspor FC	Süper Lig	26	0
2002	Jomo Cosmos F.C.	National First Division	4	0
2003–2004	Cape Town Spurs F.C.	Premier Soccer League	34	0
2004–2006	Moroka Swallows F.C.	Premier Soccer League	54	7
2006–2008	SuperSport United F.C.	Premier Soccer League	22	0
2008	Moroka Swallows F.C.	Premier Soccer League	11	2
	Total		299	22

Appearances and goals are league figures where recorded on Wikidata; “–” means not recorded.

International career

Years	Team	Level	Caps	Goals
1998–2006	South Africa	Senior	13	2

Frequently asked questions

How old is Alfred Phiri?

Alfred Phiri was born on 22 June 1974, which makes him 52 years old.

Where was Alfred Phiri born?

Alfred Phiri was born in Alexandra, South Africa.

Which national team does Alfred Phiri play for?

Alfred Phiri played international football for South Africa. He has 13 caps and 2 goals on record.

Which clubs has Alfred Phiri played for?

Alfred Phiri's recorded clubs are Jomo Cosmos F.C., Gençlerbirliği S.K., Vanspor, Samsunspor FC, Cape Town Spurs F.C., Moroka Swallows F.C. and SuperSport United F.C..

How tall is Alfred Phiri?

Alfred Phiri is 174 cm (5 ft 9 in) tall.

What position does Alfred Phiri play?

Alfred Phiri played as a midfielder.