John Baraza
Kenyan association football player
Kenya
Forward
John Baraza: profile
John Baraza (born 3 June 1974 in Naivasha, Kenya) is a retired Kenyan footballer who played as a forward.
Baraza's senior club career began in 1994 at Oserian F.C.. He played for 8 clubs in 5 countries between 1994 and 2015. His most appearances came at IF Sylvia (2003), where he made 23 appearances and scored 0 goals. Across all recorded club spells he totals 23 appearances and 0 goals.
At international level, Baraza represented Kenya (1999–2011), earning 44 caps and scoring 21 goals. Our match database lists 3 of his international goals; the first came against Burkina Faso on 2 February 2004 (Africa Cup of Nations).
Key facts
- Senior international debut
- 1999 (aged about 25)
- First international goal
- 2004 – aged 29 (match)
- Club career
- 1994–2015 (22 seasons)
- Countries played in
- 5: Kenya, Sweden, Tanzania, Malaysia and Rwanda
- Club goals per game
- 0.00 (0 in 23)
- Height
- 176 cm — taller than 15% of Kenyan internationals on record
- Latest move
- Chemelil Sugar F.C. (2009)
- Shares a birthday with
- Désiré Doué, Vozinha and Papiss Cissé (more)
Club career
| Years | Club | League | Apps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1994–2002 | Oserian F.C. |
FKF Division One | – | – |
| 2003 | Tusker F.C. |
Kenyan Premier League | – | – |
| 2003 |  IF Sylvia |
Ettan Fotboll | 23 | – |
| 2003–2005 | Chemelil Sugar F.C. |
Kenyan Premier League | – | – |
| 2005–2006 |  Young Africans S.C. |
CAF Confederation Cup | – | – |
| 2006–2007 |  Polis Di-Raja Malaysia FA |
Malaysia Premier League | – | – |
| 2007–2008 |  Rayon Sports F.C. |
Rwanda Premier League | – | – |
| 2009 | Chemelil Sugar F.C. |
Kenyan Premier League | – | – |
| 2009–2015 | Sofapaka F.C. |
Kenyan Premier League | – | – |
| Total | 23 | 0 |
Appearances and goals are league figures where recorded on Wikidata; “–” means not recorded.
International career
| Years | Team | Level | Caps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999–2011 | Kenya |
Senior | 44 | 21 |
International goals (3)
| # | Date | Match | Min | Competition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2 Feb 2004 | Burkina Faso 0–3 Kenya | 83 | Africa Cup of Nations |
| 2 | 4 Sep 2004 | Kenya 3–2 Malawi | 21 | World Cup Qualification |
| 3 | 4 Sep 2004 | Kenya 3–2 Malawi | 29 | 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 John Baraza?
John Baraza was born on 3 June 1974, which makes him 52 years old.
Where was John Baraza born?
John Baraza was born in Naivasha, Kenya.
Which national team does John Baraza play for?
John Baraza played international football for Kenya. He has 44 caps and 21 goals on record.
Which clubs has John Baraza played for?
John Baraza's recorded clubs are Oserian F.C., Tusker F.C., IF Sylvia, Chemelil Sugar F.C., Young Africans S.C., Polis Di-Raja Malaysia FA, Rayon Sports F.C. and Sofapaka F.C..
How tall is John Baraza?
John Baraza is 176 cm (5 ft 9 in) tall.
What position does John Baraza play?
John Baraza played as a forward.