James Chamanga
Zambian footballer
Zambia
Forward
James Chamanga: profile
James Chamanga (born 2 February 1980 in Luanshya, Zambia) is a former Zambian footballer who played as a forward.
Chamanga started out at City of Lusaka F.C. in 2003. He played for 8 clubs in 3 countries since 2003. The busiest spell of his career was at Dalian Shide F.C. (2008–2012): 126 appearances and 30 goals. Across all recorded club spells he totals 221 appearances and 69 goals.
At international level, Chamanga represented Zambia (2005–present). Our match database lists 4 of his international goals; the first came against Tunisia on 22 January 2006 (Africa Cup of Nations).
Luanshya has produced 15 footballers in our database, including Godfrey Chitalu, Collins Mbesuma and Patrick Phiri.
Key facts
- Senior international debut
- 2005 (aged about 25)
- First international goal
- 2006 – aged 25 (match)
- Countries played in
- 3: Zambia, South Africa and People's Republic of China
- Club goals per game
- 0.31 (69 in 221)
- Height
- 170 cm — taller than 15% of Zambian internationals on record
- Latest move
- Liaoning F.C. (2013)
- Shares a birthday with
- Edmond Tapsoba, Sadiq Umar and Omar Mascarell (more)
Club career
| Years | Club | League | Apps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | City of Lusaka F.C. |
Zambia Nationa Division One | – | – |
| 2003–2004 | National Assembly F.C. |
Zambia Super League | – | – |
| 2005 | Zanaco F.C. |
Zambia Super League | 27 | 10 |
| 2005–2006 |  Bush Bucks F.C. |
Premier Soccer League | 24 | 7 |
| 2006–2007 | SuperSport United F.C. |
Premier Soccer League | 23 | 8 |
| 2007–2008 | Moroka Swallows F.C. |
Premier Soccer League | 21 | 14 |
| 2008–2012 |  Dalian Shide F.C. |
Chinese Super League | 126 | 30 |
| 2013– | Liaoning F.C. |
Chinese Super League | – | – |
| Total | 221 | 69 |
Appearances and goals are league figures where recorded on Wikidata; “–” means not recorded.
International career
| Years | Team | Level | Caps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005– | Zambia |
Senior | – | – |
International goals (4)
| # | Date | Match | Min | Competition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 22 Jan 2006 | Tunisia 4–1 Zambia | 9 | Africa Cup of Nations |
| 2 | 22 Jan 2008 | Sudan 0–3 Zambia | 2 | Africa Cup of Nations |
| 3 | 21 Jan 2010 | Gabon 1–2 Zambia | 62 | Africa Cup of Nations |
| 4 | 4 Feb 2012 | Zambia 3–0 Sudan | 86 | Africa Cup of Nations |
*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 James Chamanga?
James Chamanga was born on 2 February 1980, which makes him 46 years old.
Where was James Chamanga born?
James Chamanga was born in Luanshya, Zambia.
Which national team does James Chamanga play for?
James Chamanga played international football for Zambia.
Which clubs has James Chamanga played for?
James Chamanga's recorded clubs are City of Lusaka F.C., National Assembly F.C., Zanaco F.C., Bush Bucks F.C., SuperSport United F.C., Moroka Swallows F.C., Dalian Shide F.C. and Liaoning F.C..
How tall is James Chamanga?
James Chamanga is 170 cm (5 ft 7 in) tall.
What position does James Chamanga play?
James Chamanga played as a forward.
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