Golden Mafwenta: profile
Golden Mafwenta (born 15 January 2001 in Lusaka, Zambia) is a Zambian footballer who plays as a defender and midfielder for FC Naftan Novopolotsk.
Mafwenta started out at Zanaco F.C. in 2018. He has played for 6 clubs in 5 countries since 2018. His most appearances came at MFK Vyškov (2021–2025), where he made 37 appearances and scored 1 goal. Across all recorded club spells he totals 71 appearances and 2 goals.
At international level, Mafwenta has represented Zambia (2021–2024), earning 8 caps and scoring 0 goals.
Lusaka has produced 70 footballers in our database, including Barbra Banda, Enock Mwepu and Kennedy Mweene.
Key facts
- Senior international debut
- 2021 (aged about 20)
- Club career
- 2018–present (9 seasons)
- Countries played in
- 5: Zambia, Czech Republic, United States, Ukraine and Belarus
- Club goals per game
- 0.03 (2 in 71)
- Height
- 178 cm — taller than 52% of Zambian internationals on record
- Latest move
- FC Naftan Novopolotsk (2026)
- Shares a birthday with
- Essam El-Hadary, El Hadji Diouf and Joshua King (more)
Club career
| Years | Club | League | Apps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018–2021 |  Zanaco F.C. |
Zambia Super League | – | – |
| 2020–2021 | Buildcon F.C. |
Zambia Super League | – | – |
| 2021–2025 |  MFK Vyškov |
Moravian-Silesian Football League | 37 | 1 |
| 2022 |  Real Monarchs |
MLS Next Pro | 19 | 1 |
| 2024–2025 |  FC Metalist 1925 Kharkiv |
Premier League | 15 | 0 |
| 2026– |  FC Naftan Novopolotsk |
Belarusian Premier League | – | – |
| Total | 71 | 2 |
Appearances and goals are league figures where recorded on Wikidata; “–” means not recorded.
International career
| Years | Team | Level | Caps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021–2024 | Zambia |
Senior | 8 | 0 |
Frequently asked questions
How old is Golden Mafwenta?
Golden Mafwenta was born on 15 January 2001, which makes him 25 years old.
Where was Golden Mafwenta born?
Golden Mafwenta was born in Lusaka, Zambia.
Which national team does Golden Mafwenta play for?
Golden Mafwenta plays international football for Zambia. He has 8 caps and 0 goals on record.
Which clubs has Golden Mafwenta played for?
Golden Mafwenta's recorded clubs are Zanaco F.C., Buildcon F.C., MFK Vyškov, Real Monarchs, FC Metalist 1925 Kharkiv and FC Naftan Novopolotsk.
What team does Golden Mafwenta play for now?
According to the latest data, Golden Mafwenta plays for FC Naftan Novopolotsk.
How tall is Golden Mafwenta?
Golden Mafwenta is 178 cm (5 ft 10 in) tall.
What position does Golden Mafwenta play?
Golden Mafwenta plays as a defender and midfielder.
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