Jimmy Zakazaka
Malawian footballer
Malawi
Forward
Jimmy Zakazaka: profile
Jimmy Zakazaka (born 27 December 1984 in Blantyre, Malawi) is a former Malawian footballer who played as a forward.
Zakazaka's senior club career began in 2004 at Big Bullets F.C.. He played for 6 clubs in 2 countries since 2004. The busiest spell of his career was at Bay United F.C. (2007–2010): 51 appearances and 11 goals. Across all recorded club spells he totals 96 appearances and 38 goals.
At international level, Zakazaka represented Malawi (2004–present). Our match database lists 1 of his international goals; the first came against Kenya on 8 October 2005 (World Cup Qualification).
Blantyre has produced 29 footballers in our database, including Kinnah Phiri, Joseph Kamwendo and Charles Swini.
Key facts
- Senior international debut
- 2004 (aged about 20)
- First international goal
- 2005 – aged 20 (match)
- Countries played in
- 2: Malawi and South Africa
- Club goals per game
- 0.40 (38 in 96)
- Height
- 170 cm — taller than 23% of Malawian internationals on record
- Latest move
- F.C. Cape Town (2013)
- Shares a birthday with
- Adil Rami, Ghislain Konan and Marco Zoro (more)
Club career
| Years | Club | League | Apps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004–2005 | Big Bullets F.C. |
Malawi Premier Division | 11 | 13 |
| 2005–2007 |  Free State Stars F.C. |
Premier Soccer League | 31 | 14 |
| 2007–2010 | Bay United F.C. |
National First Division | 51 | 11 |
| 2010–2012 | African Wanderers |
– | – | |
| 2012 | Thanda Royal Zulu F.C. |
National First Division | 3 | 0 |
| 2013– | F.C. Cape Town |
National First Division | – | – |
| Total | 96 | 38 |
Appearances and goals are league figures where recorded on Wikidata; “–” means not recorded.
International career
| Years | Team | Level | Caps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004– | Malawi |
Senior | – | – |
International goals (1)
| # | Date | Match | Min | Competition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 8 Oct 2005 | Malawi 3–0 Kenya | 6 | 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 Jimmy Zakazaka?
Jimmy Zakazaka was born on 27 December 1984, which makes him 41 years old.
Where was Jimmy Zakazaka born?
Jimmy Zakazaka was born in Blantyre, Malawi.
Which national team does Jimmy Zakazaka play for?
Jimmy Zakazaka played international football for Malawi.
Which clubs has Jimmy Zakazaka played for?
Jimmy Zakazaka's recorded clubs are Big Bullets F.C., Free State Stars F.C., Bay United F.C., African Wanderers, Thanda Royal Zulu F.C. and F.C. Cape Town.
How tall is Jimmy Zakazaka?
Jimmy Zakazaka is 170 cm (5 ft 7 in) tall.
What position does Jimmy Zakazaka play?
Jimmy Zakazaka played as a forward.
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