Desiree Ellis
South African Soccer manager and former footballer player
South Africa
Midfielder
Desiree Ellis: profile
Desiree Ellis (born 14 March 1963 in Salt River, South Africa) is a former South African footballer who played as a midfielder.
Ellis started out at Wynberg St Johns in 1985. She played for 2 clubs between 1985 and 2002. Her most appearances came at Spurs Ladies (1991–2002), where she made 330 appearances and scored 231 goals. Across all recorded club spells she totals 374 appearances and 253 goals.
At international level, Ellis represented South Africa (women) (1993–2002), earning 32 caps and scoring 6 goals.
Key facts
- Senior international debut
- 1993 (aged about 30)
- Club career
- 1985–2002 (18 seasons)
- Club goals per game
- 0.68 (253 in 374)
- Latest move
- Spurs Ladies (1991)
- Shares a birthday with
- Matthew Booth, Delvin N'Dinga and Fashion Sakala (more)
Club career
| Years | Club | League | Apps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985–1986 | Wynberg St Johns |
44 | 22 | |
| 1991–2002 | Spurs Ladies |
330 | 231 | |
| Total | 374 | 253 |
Appearances and goals are league figures where recorded on Wikidata; “–” means not recorded.
International career
| Years | Team | Level | Caps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1993–2002 | South Africa (women) |
Senior women's | 32 | 6 |
Frequently asked questions
How old is Desiree Ellis?
Desiree Ellis was born on 14 March 1963, which makes her 63 years old.
Where was Desiree Ellis born?
Desiree Ellis was born in Salt River, South Africa.
Which national team does Desiree Ellis play for?
Desiree Ellis played international football for South Africa (women). She has 32 caps and 6 goals on record.
Which clubs has Desiree Ellis played for?
Desiree Ellis's recorded clubs are Wynberg St Johns and Spurs Ladies.
What position does Desiree Ellis play?
Desiree Ellis played as a midfielder.
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