Gilbert Mushangazhike
Zimbabwean footballer
Zimbabwe
Forward
Gilbert Mushangazhike: profile
Gilbert Mushangazhike (born 11 August 1975 in Harare, Zimbabwe) is a former Zimbabwean footballer who played as a forward.
Mushangazhike made the step into senior football with Kickers Emden in 1996. He played for 7 clubs in 5 countries between 1996 and 2014. His most appearances came at Manning Rangers F.C. (1997–2003), where he made 138 appearances and scored 63 goals. Across all recorded club spells he totals 287 appearances and 110 goals.
At international level, Mushangazhike represented Zimbabwe (1997–2008), earning 13 caps and scoring 4 goals. Our match database lists 2 of his international goals; the first came against Namibia on 8 June 2008 (World Cup Qualification).
Harare has produced 69 footballers in our database, including Tino Kadewere, Benjani Mwaruwari and Brendan Galloway.
Key facts
- Senior international debut
- 1997 (aged about 22)
- First international goal
- 2008 – aged 32 (match)
- Club career
- 1996–2014 (19 seasons)
- Countries played in
- 5: Germany, South Africa, People's Republic of China, Eswatini and Zimbabwe
- Club goals per game
- 0.38 (110 in 287)
- Height
- 176 cm — taller than 26% of Zimbabwean internationals on record
- Latest move
- Black Rhinos F.C. (2013)
- Shares a birthday with
- Jores Okore, Chidinma Okeke and Lerin Duarte (more)
Club career
| Years | Club | League | Apps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996–1997 |  Kickers Emden |
Regionalliga Nord | 0 | 0 |
| 1997–2003 |  Manning Rangers F.C. |
Premier Soccer League | 138 | 63 |
| 2003 |  Jiangsu F.C. |
Chinese Super League | 25 | 13 |
| 2004–2006 | Jiangsu F.C. |
Chinese Super League | 86 | 27 |
| 2007–2009 | Orlando Pirates F.C. |
Premier Soccer League | 27 | 7 |
| 2009–2010 | Mpumalanga Black Aces F.C. |
National First Division | 11 | 0 |
| 2010 | Orlando Pirates F.C. |
Premier Soccer League | 0 | 0 |
| 2010–2012 |  Manzini Sundowns F.C. |
Eswatini Premier League | 0 | 0 |
| 2013–2014 | Black Rhinos F.C. |
Zimbabwe Premier Soccer League | – | – |
| Total | 287 | 110 |
Appearances and goals are league figures where recorded on Wikidata; “–” means not recorded.
International career
| Years | Team | Level | Caps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997–2008 | Zimbabwe |
Senior | 13 | 4 |
International goals (2)
| # | Date | Match | Min | Competition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 8 Jun 2008 | Zimbabwe 2–0 Namibia | 27 | World Cup Qualification |
| 2 | 8 Jun 2008 | Zimbabwe 2–0 Namibia | 68 | 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 Gilbert Mushangazhike?
Gilbert Mushangazhike was born on 11 August 1975, which makes him 51 years old.
Where was Gilbert Mushangazhike born?
Gilbert Mushangazhike was born in Harare, Zimbabwe.
Which national team does Gilbert Mushangazhike play for?
Gilbert Mushangazhike played international football for Zimbabwe. He has 13 caps and 4 goals on record.
Which clubs has Gilbert Mushangazhike played for?
Gilbert Mushangazhike's recorded clubs are Kickers Emden, Manning Rangers F.C., Jiangsu F.C., Orlando Pirates F.C., Mpumalanga Black Aces F.C., Manzini Sundowns F.C. and Black Rhinos F.C..
How tall is Gilbert Mushangazhike?
Gilbert Mushangazhike is 176 cm (5 ft 9 in) tall.
What position does Gilbert Mushangazhike play?
Gilbert Mushangazhike played as a forward.
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