Andrew Sinkala
Zambian footballer
Zambia
Midfielder
Andrew Sinkala: profile
Andrew Sinkala (born 18 June 1979 in Chingola, Zambia) is a former Zambian footballer who played as a midfielder.
Sinkala's senior club career began in 1998 at Nchanga Rangers F.C.. He played for 8 clubs in 2 countries since 1998. His most appearances came at 1. FC Köln (2001–2006), where he made 83 appearances and scored 4 goals. Across all recorded club spells he totals 253 appearances and 15 goals.
At international level, Sinkala represented Zambia (2000–2010), earning 18 caps and scoring 1 goal. Our match database lists 1 of his international goals; the first came against Angola on 18 June 2000 (World Cup Qualification). He also played for Zambia at under-20 level.
Chingola has produced 10 footballers in our database, including Stoppila Sunzu, Nathan Sinkala and Toaster Nsabata.
Key facts
Club career
| Years | Club | League | Apps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998–1999 | Nchanga Rangers F.C. |
Zambia Super League | – | – |
| 1999–2001 |  FC Bayern Munich |
Bundesliga | 1 | 0 |
| 1999–2001 | FC Bayern Munich II |
Regionalliga Bayern | 40 | 7 |
| 2001–2006 | 1. FC Köln |
Bundesliga | 83 | 4 |
| 2006–2008 | SC Paderborn 07 |
Bundesliga | 34 | 1 |
| 2008–2012 | FC Augsburg |
Bundesliga | 72 | 3 |
| 2012–2014 | FC Viktoria Köln |
3. Liga | 23 | 0 |
| 2014– | SG Köln-Worringen |
– | – | |
| Total | 253 | 15 |
Appearances and goals are league figures where recorded on Wikidata; “–” means not recorded.
International career
| Years | Team | Level | Caps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | Zambia U20 |
Under-20 | 3 | 1 |
| 2000–2010 | Zambia |
Senior | 18 | 1 |
International goals (1)
| # | Date | Match | Min | Competition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 18 Jun 2000 | Angola 2–1 Zambia | 35 | 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 Andrew Sinkala?
Andrew Sinkala was born on 18 June 1979, which makes him 47 years old.
Where was Andrew Sinkala born?
Andrew Sinkala was born in Chingola, Zambia.
Which national team does Andrew Sinkala play for?
Andrew Sinkala played international football for Zambia. He has 18 caps and 1 goal on record.
Which clubs has Andrew Sinkala played for?
Andrew Sinkala's recorded clubs are Nchanga Rangers F.C., FC Bayern Munich, FC Bayern Munich II, 1. FC Köln, SC Paderborn 07, FC Augsburg, FC Viktoria Köln and SG Köln-Worringen.
What position does Andrew Sinkala play?
Andrew Sinkala played as a midfielder.
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