Almiro Lobo
Mozambican footballer
Mozambique
Defender
Almiro Lobo: profile
Almiro Lobo (born 30 April 1982 in Quelimane, Mozambique) is a former Mozambican footballer who played as a defender.
Lobo started out at C.D. Maxaquene in 2003. He played for 6 clubs in 3 countries since 2003. His most appearances came at Platinum Stars F.C. (2008–2012), where he made 60 appearances and scored 1 goal. Across all recorded club spells he totals 131 appearances and 9 goals.
At international level, Lobo represented Mozambique (2004–present). Our match database lists 3 of his international goals; the first came against Botswana on 8 June 2008 (World Cup Qualification).
Quelimane has produced 4 footballers in our database, including Reginaldo Faife, Melque Alexandre and Manuel Kambala.
Key facts
- Senior international debut
- 2004 (aged about 22)
- First international goal
- 2008 – aged 26 (match)
- Countries played in
- 3: Mozambique, Hungary and South Africa
- Club goals per game
- 0.07 (9 in 131)
- Height
- 172 cm — taller than 10% of Mozambican internationals on record
- Latest move
- Liga Muçulmana de Maputo (2012)
- Shares a birthday with
- Hossam Abdelmaguid, Chinwendu Ihezuo and Olwethu Makhanya (more)
Club career
| Years | Club | League | Apps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003–2004 | C.D. Maxaquene |
Moçambola | – | – |
| 2004–2006 |  Kispest-Honvéd FC |
Nemzeti Bajnokság I | 28 | 5 |
| 2006–2007 | Dunaújváros FC |
Nemzeti Bajnokság II | 7 | 3 |
| 2006–2008 |  Bidvest Wits F.C. |
Premier Soccer League | 36 | 0 |
| 2008–2012 | Platinum Stars F.C. |
Premier Soccer League | 60 | 1 |
| 2012– | Liga Muçulmana de Maputo |
Moçambola | – | – |
| Total | 131 | 9 |
Appearances and goals are league figures where recorded on Wikidata; “–” means not recorded.
International career
| Years | Team | Level | Caps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004– | Mozambique |
Senior | – | – |
International goals (3)
| # | Date | Match | Min | Competition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 8 Jun 2008 | Mozambique 1–2 Botswana | 60 | World Cup Qualification |
| 2 | 12 Jan 2010 | Mozambique 2–2 Benin | 29 | Africa Cup of Nations |
| 3 | 11 Nov 2011 | Comoros 0–1 Mozambique | 54 (pen) | World Cup Qualification |
*Goals listed are those present in our match-by-match goal database, which is most complete for tournament matches.
Frequently asked questions
How old is Almiro Lobo?
Almiro Lobo was born on 30 April 1982, which makes him 44 years old.
Where was Almiro Lobo born?
Almiro Lobo was born in Quelimane, Mozambique.
Which national team does Almiro Lobo play for?
Almiro Lobo played international football for Mozambique.
Which clubs has Almiro Lobo played for?
Almiro Lobo's recorded clubs are C.D. Maxaquene, Kispest-Honvéd FC, Dunaújváros FC, Bidvest Wits F.C., Platinum Stars F.C. and Liga Muçulmana de Maputo.
How tall is Almiro Lobo?
Almiro Lobo is 172 cm (5 ft 8 in) tall.
What position does Almiro Lobo play?
Almiro Lobo played as a defender.
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