Ernest Mtawali: profile
Ernest Mtawali (born 10 October 1968 in Bloemfontein, South Africa) is a retired Malawian footballer who played as a midfielder.
Mtawali started out at Bloemfontein Celtic F.C. in 1984. He played for 9 clubs in 4 countries since 1984. His most appearances came at Toulouse FC (1997–1999), where he made 27 appearances and scored 0 goals. Across all recorded club spells he totals 31 appearances and 0 goals.
At international level, Mtawali represented Malawi (1986–2003), earning 6 caps and scoring 1 goal.
Bloemfontein has produced 17 footballers in our database, including Sipho Chaine, Willem Jackson and Simon Gopane.
Nationality explained: Why does Ernest Mtawali play for Malawi?
Key facts
- Senior international debut
- 1986 (aged about 18)
- Countries played in
- 4: South Africa, Argentina, France and Saudi Arabia
- Club goals per game
- 0.00 (0 in 31)
- Height
- 174 cm — taller than 45% of Malawian internationals on record
- Latest move
- Cape Town Spurs F.C. (2003)
- Shares a birthday with
- Vikash Dhorasoo, Brown Ideye and Rudy Gestede (more)
Club career
| Years | Club | League | Apps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1984–1992 |  Bloemfontein Celtic F.C. |
Premier Soccer League | – | – |
| 1992–1994 | Mamelodi Sundowns F.C. |
Premier Soccer League | – | – |
| 1994–1995 |  Newell's Old Boys |
Argentine Primera División | 4 | 0 |
| 1995–1996 | Talleres de Córdoba |
Argentine Primera División | – | – |
| 1996–1997 | Mamelodi Sundowns F.C. |
Premier Soccer League | – | – |
| 1997 | Talleres de Córdoba |
Argentine Primera División | – | – |
| 1997–1999 |  Toulouse FC |
Ligue 1 | 27 | 0 |
| 1999–2000 |  Al Wehda FC |
Saudi Pro League | – | – |
| 2000–2003 | Orlando Pirates F.C. |
Premier Soccer League | – | – |
| 2003–2004 | Cape Town Spurs F.C. |
Premier Soccer League | – | – |
| — | Hellenic F.C. |
– | – | |
| Total | 31 | 0 |
Appearances and goals are league figures where recorded on Wikidata; “–” means not recorded.
International career
| Years | Team | Level | Caps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1986–2003 |  Malawi |
Senior | 6 | 1 |
Frequently asked questions
How old is Ernest Mtawali?
Ernest Mtawali was born on 10 October 1968, which makes him 58 years old.
Where was Ernest Mtawali born?
Ernest Mtawali was born in Bloemfontein, South Africa.
Which national team does Ernest Mtawali play for?
Ernest Mtawali played international football for Malawi. He has 6 caps and 1 goal on record.
Which clubs has Ernest Mtawali played for?
Ernest Mtawali's recorded clubs are Bloemfontein Celtic F.C., Mamelodi Sundowns F.C., Newell's Old Boys, Talleres de Córdoba, Toulouse FC, Al Wehda FC, Orlando Pirates F.C., Cape Town Spurs F.C. and Hellenic F.C..
How tall is Ernest Mtawali?
Ernest Mtawali is 174 cm (5 ft 9 in) tall.
What position does Ernest Mtawali play?
Ernest Mtawali played as a midfielder.