Haytham Tambal
Sudanese footballer
Sudan
Forward
Haytham Tambal: profile
Haytham Tambal (born 28 November 1978 in Omdurman, Sudan) is a former Sudanese footballer who played as a forward.
Tambal started out at Al-Ahli SC in 1997. He played for 4 clubs in 2 countries between 1997 and 2011. His most appearances came at Al-Hilal Club (2001–2006), where he made 132 appearances and scored 97 goals. Across all recorded club spells he totals 195 appearances and 134 goals.
At international level, Tambal represented Sudan (2000–2011). Our match database lists 7 of his international goals; the first came against Eritrea on 11 October 2003 (World Cup Qualification).
Omdurman has produced 10 footballers in our database, including Ali Gagarin, Nasr El-Deen Abbas and El Muez Mahgoub.
Key facts
- Senior international debut
- 2000 (aged about 22)
- First international goal
- 2003 – aged 24 (match)
- Club career
- 1997–2011 (15 seasons)
- Countries played in
- 2: Sudan and South Africa
- Club goals per game
- 0.69 (134 in 195)
- Latest move
- Al-Merrikh SC (2007)
- Shares a birthday with
- Abdelhamid Sabiri, Landry Nguémo and Farès Chaïbi (more)
Club career
| Years | Club | League | Apps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997–2001 | Al-Ahli SC |
Sudani Premier League | 62 | 37 |
| 2001–2006 | Al-Hilal Club |
Sudani Premier League | 132 | 97 |
| 2006–2007 |  Orlando Pirates F.C. |
Premier Soccer League | 1 | 0 |
| 2007–2011 | Al-Merrikh SC |
Sudani Premier League | – | – |
| Total | 195 | 134 |
Appearances and goals are league figures where recorded on Wikidata; “–” means not recorded.
International career
| Years | Team | Level | Caps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000–2011 | Sudan |
Senior | – | – |
International goals (7)
| # | Date | Match | Min | Competition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 11 Oct 2003 | Sudan 3–0 Eritrea | 10 | World Cup Qualification |
| 2 | 27 Mar 2005 | Cameroon 2–1 Sudan | 41 | World Cup Qualification |
| 3 | 5 Jun 2005 | Egypt 6–1 Sudan | 83 | World Cup Qualification |
| 4 | 17 Aug 2005 | Sudan 1–0 Benin | 20 | World Cup Qualification |
| 5 | 8 Oct 2005 | Sudan 1–3 Ivory Coast | 89 | World Cup Qualification |
| 6 | 14 Jun 2008 | Sudan 3–2 Mali | 80 | World Cup Qualification |
| 7 | 6 Sep 2008 | Sudan 1–2 Chad | 77 | 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 Haytham Tambal?
Haytham Tambal was born on 28 November 1978, which makes him 47 years old.
Where was Haytham Tambal born?
Haytham Tambal was born in Omdurman, Sudan.
Which national team does Haytham Tambal play for?
Haytham Tambal played international football for Sudan.
Which clubs has Haytham Tambal played for?
Haytham Tambal's recorded clubs are Al-Ahli SC, Al-Hilal Club, Orlando Pirates F.C. and Al-Merrikh SC.
How tall is Haytham Tambal?
Haytham Tambal is 173 cm (5 ft 8 in) tall.
What position does Haytham Tambal play?
Haytham Tambal played as a forward.
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