Francisco Massinga
Mozambican footballer
Mozambique
Defender
Francisco Massinga: profile
Francisco Massinga (born 6 May 1986 in Maputo, Mozambique) is a former Mozambican footballer who played as a defender.
Massinga made the step into senior football with C.D. Maxaquene in 2006. He played for 4 clubs in 2 countries since 2006.
At international level, Massinga represented Mozambique (2007–present). Our match database lists 1 of his international goals; the first came against Comoros on 15 November 2011 (World Cup Qualification).
Maputo has produced 54 footballers in our database, including Maria Mutola, Mexer and Armando Sá.
Key facts
- Senior international debut
- 2007 (aged about 21)
- First international goal
- 2011 – aged 25 (match)
- Countries played in
- 2: Mozambique and Brazil
- Height
- 185 cm — taller than 77% of Mozambican internationals on record
- Latest move
- Clube Ferroviário de Maputo (2008)
- Shares a birthday with
- Achraf Dari, Manuel da Costa and Chukwuma Akabueze (more)
Club career
| Years | Club | League | Apps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006–2007 | C.D. Maxaquene |
Moçambola | – | – |
| 2008– | Clube Ferroviário de Maputo |
Moçambola | – | – |
| 2008– |  Ferroviário Atlético Clube |
Campeonato Brasileiro Série C | – | – |
| — | C.D. Costa do Sol |
Moçambola | – | – |
Appearances and goals are league figures where recorded on Wikidata; “–” means not recorded.
International career
| Years | Team | Level | Caps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007– | Mozambique |
Senior | – | – |
International goals (1)
| # | Date | Match | Min | Competition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 15 Nov 2011 | Mozambique 4–1 Comoros | 59 | 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 Francisco Massinga?
Francisco Massinga was born on 6 May 1986, which makes him 40 years old.
Where was Francisco Massinga born?
Francisco Massinga was born in Maputo, Mozambique.
Which national team does Francisco Massinga play for?
Francisco Massinga played international football for Mozambique.
Which clubs has Francisco Massinga played for?
Francisco Massinga's recorded clubs are C.D. Maxaquene, Clube Ferroviário de Maputo, Ferroviário Atlético Clube and C.D. Costa do Sol.
How tall is Francisco Massinga?
Francisco Massinga is 185 cm (6 ft 1 in) tall.
What position does Francisco Massinga play?
Francisco Massinga played as a defender.
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