Andrew Tembo
Zambian footballer
Zambia
Midfielder
Andrew Tembo: profile
Andrew Tembo (born 19 August 1971 in Lusaka, Zambia) is a former Zambian footballer who played as a midfielder.
Tembo's senior club career began in 1994 at Olympique de Marseille. He played for 5 clubs in 2 countries between 1994 and 2009. His most appearances came at Odense Boldklub (1997–2006), where he made 248 appearances and scored 14 goals. Across all recorded club spells he totals 271 appearances and 14 goals.
At international level, Tembo represented Zambia (1995–2001), earning 35 caps and scoring 0 goals. Our match database lists 2 of his international goals; the first came against Sudan on 16 June 1996 (World Cup Qualification).
Lusaka has produced 70 footballers in our database, including Barbra Banda, Enock Mwepu and Kennedy Mweene.
Key facts
- Senior international debut
- 1995 (aged about 24)
- First international goal
- 1996 – aged 24 (match)
- Club career
- 1994–2009 (16 seasons)
- Countries played in
- 2: France and Denmark
- Club goals per game
- 0.05 (14 in 271)
- Latest move
- Boldklubben 1909 (2008)
- Shares a birthday with
- Augustine Eguavoen, Florentin Pogba and Ali Ahamada (more)
Club career
| Years | Club | League | Apps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1994–1995 |  Olympique de Marseille |
Ligue 1 | – | – |
| 1996–1997 | Olympique de Marseille |
Ligue 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1997–2006 |  Odense Boldklub |
Danish Superliga | 248 | 14 |
| 2006–2007 | Ølstykke FC |
Zealand Series | 23 | 0 |
| 2007–2008 | FC Hjørring |
Danish 1st Division | 0 | 0 |
| 2008–2009 | Boldklubben 1909 |
Denmark Series | – | – |
| Total | 271 | 14 |
Appearances and goals are league figures where recorded on Wikidata; “–” means not recorded.
International career
| Years | Team | Level | Caps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995–2001 | Zambia |
Senior | 35 | 0 |
International goals (2)
| # | Date | Match | Min | Competition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 16 Jun 1996 | Zambia 3–0 Sudan | 76 | World Cup Qualification |
| 2 | 9 Apr 1997 | DR Congo 2–2 Zambia | 81 | 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 Tembo?
Andrew Tembo was born on 19 August 1971, which makes him 55 years old.
Where was Andrew Tembo born?
Andrew Tembo was born in Lusaka, Zambia.
Which national team does Andrew Tembo play for?
Andrew Tembo played international football for Zambia. He has 35 caps and 0 goals on record.
Which clubs has Andrew Tembo played for?
Andrew Tembo's recorded clubs are Olympique de Marseille, Odense Boldklub, Ølstykke FC, FC Hjørring and Boldklubben 1909.
What position does Andrew Tembo play?
Andrew Tembo played as a midfielder.