Elrio van Heerden: Career Stats, Clubs, Age & Nationality

Elrio van Heerden: profile

Elrio van Heerden (born 11 July 1983 in Gqeberha, South Africa) is a retired South African footballer who played as a midfielder.

Heerden started out at F.C. Copenhagen in 2002. He played for 6 clubs in 5 countries between 2002 and 2012. His most appearances came at Club Brugge K.V. (2006–2009), where he made 57 appearances and scored 1 goal. Across all recorded club spells he totals 126 appearances and 6 goals.

At international level, Heerden represented South Africa (2004–2009), earning 36 caps and scoring 3 goals. Our match database lists 3 of his international goals; the first came against Mexico on 8 July 2005 (Gold Cup).

Gqeberha has produced 14 footballers in our database, including Ronwen Williams, Kermit Erasmus and Calvin Marlin.

Key facts

Senior international debut: 2004 (aged about 21)
First international goal: 2005 – aged 22 (match)
Club career: 2002–2012 (11 seasons)
Countries played in: 5: Denmark, Belgium, United Kingdom, Turkey and South Africa
Club goals per game: 0.05 (6 in 126)
Height: 168 cm — taller than 19% of South African internationals on record
Latest move: Lamontville Golden Arrows F.C. (2011)
Shares a birthday with: Amad Diallo, Mohamed Elneny and Jabu Mahlangu (more)

Club career

Years	Club	League	Apps	Goals
2002–2006	F.C. Copenhagen	Danish Superliga	25	5
2006–2009	Club Brugge K.V.	Belgian Pro League	57	1
2009–2010	Blackburn Rovers F.C.	EFL Championship	0	0
2010	Sivasspor	TFF First League	6	0
2010–2011	K.V.C. Westerlo	Belgian Pro League	20	0
2011–2012	Lamontville Golden Arrows F.C.	Premier Soccer League	18	0
	Total		126	6

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

International career

Years	Team	Level	Caps	Goals
2004–2009	South Africa	Senior	36	3

International goals (3)

#	Date	Match	Min	Competition
1	8 Jul 2005	South Africa 2–1 Mexico	41	Gold Cup
2	23 Jan 2008	South Africa 1–1 Angola	87	Africa Cup of Nations
3	31 Jan 2008	Senegal 1–1 South Africa	14	Africa Cup of Nations

*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 Elrio van Heerden?

Elrio van Heerden was born on 11 July 1983, which makes him 43 years old.

Where was Elrio van Heerden born?

Elrio van Heerden was born in Gqeberha, South Africa.

Which national team does Elrio van Heerden play for?

Elrio van Heerden played international football for South Africa. He has 36 caps and 3 goals on record.

Which clubs has Elrio van Heerden played for?

Elrio van Heerden's recorded clubs are F.C. Copenhagen, Club Brugge K.V., Blackburn Rovers F.C., Sivasspor, K.V.C. Westerlo and Lamontville Golden Arrows F.C..

How tall is Elrio van Heerden?

Elrio van Heerden is 168 cm (5 ft 6 in) tall.

What position does Elrio van Heerden play?

Elrio van Heerden played as a midfielder.