Bongani Khumalo: Career Stats, Clubs, Age & Nationality

Bongani Khumalo: profile

Bongani Khumalo (born 6 January 1987 in Manzini, Eswatini) is a former South African footballer who played as a defender.

Khumalo's senior club career began in 2005 at University of Pretoria F.C.. He played for 9 clubs in 3 countries between 2005 and 2016. The busiest spell of his career was at SuperSport United F.C. (2007–2010): 81 appearances and 8 goals. Across all recorded club spells he totals 213 appearances and 13 goals.

At international level, Khumalo represented South Africa (2008–present). Our match database lists 1 of his international goals; the first came against France on 22 June 2010 (FIFA World Cup).

Eligibility explained: Why does Bongani Khumalo play for South Africa?

Key facts

Senior international debut: 2008 (aged about 21)
First international goal: 2010 – aged 23 (match)
Club career: 2005–2016 (12 seasons)
Countries played in: 3: South Africa, United Kingdom and Greece
Club goals per game: 0.06 (13 in 213)
Height: 190 cm — taller than 93% of South African internationals on record
Latest move: Bidvest Wits F.C. (2016)
Shares a birthday with: Bubista, Mohamed Camara and Taha Yassine Khenissi (more)

Club career

Years	Club	League	Apps	Goals
2005–2007	University of Pretoria F.C.	Premier Soccer League	50	4
2007–2010	SuperSport United F.C.	Premier Soccer League	81	8
2011	Preston North End F.C.	EFL Championship	6	0
2011	Reading F.C.	EFL League One	4	0
2011–2012	Reading F.C.	EFL League One	4	0
2011–2015	Tottenham Hotspur F.C.	Premier League	0	0
2012–2013	PAOK FC	Super League Greece	19	0
2013–2014	Doncaster Rovers F.C.	EFL League One	30	1
2015	Colchester United F.C.	EFL League Two	10	0
2015–2016	SuperSport United F.C.	Premier Soccer League	9	0
2016	Bidvest Wits F.C.	Premier Soccer League	–	–
	Total		213	13

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

International career

Years	Team	Level	Caps	Goals
2008–	South Africa	Senior	–	–

International goals (1)

#	Date	Match	Min	Competition
1	22 Jun 2010	South Africa 2–1 France	20	FIFA World Cup

*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 Bongani Khumalo?

Bongani Khumalo was born on 6 January 1987, which makes him 39 years old.

Where was Bongani Khumalo born?

Bongani Khumalo was born in Manzini, Eswatini.

Which national team does Bongani Khumalo play for?

Bongani Khumalo played international football for South Africa.

Which clubs has Bongani Khumalo played for?

Bongani Khumalo's recorded clubs are University of Pretoria F.C., SuperSport United F.C., Preston North End F.C., Reading F.C., Tottenham Hotspur F.C., PAOK FC, Doncaster Rovers F.C., Colchester United F.C. and Bidvest Wits F.C..

How tall is Bongani Khumalo?

Bongani Khumalo is 190 cm (6 ft 3 in) tall.

What position does Bongani Khumalo play?

Bongani Khumalo played as a defender.