Johnson Bwalya
Zambian footballer
Zambia
Midfielder
Johnson Bwalya: profile
Johnson Bwalya (born 3 December 1967 in Mufulira, Zambia) is a retired Zambian footballer who played as a midfielder.
Bwalya made the step into senior football with Mufulira Wanderers F.C. in 1986. He played for 7 clubs in 2 countries between 1986 and 1998.
At international level, Bwalya represented Zambia (1987–1997). Our match database lists 5 of his international goals; the first came against Tanzania on 11 October 1992 (World Cup Qualification).
Mufulira has produced 20 footballers in our database, including Christopher Katongo, Kalusha Bwalya and Felix Katongo.
Key facts
- Senior international debut
- 1987 (aged about 20)
- First international goal
- 1992 – aged 24 (match)
- Club career
- 1986–1998 (13 seasons)
- Countries played in
- 2: Zambia and Switzerland
- Height
- 174 cm — taller than 33% of Zambian internationals on record
- Latest move
- SR Delémont (1996)
- Shares a birthday with
- Michael Essien, Samuel Adegbenro and Souaibou Marou (more)
Club career
| Years | Club | League | Apps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1986–1987 | Mufulira Wanderers F.C. |
Zambia Nationa Division One | – | – |
| 1987–1988 |  FC Fribourg |
Promotion League | – | – |
| 1988–1989 | FC Sion |
Swiss Super League | – | – |
| 1989–1992 | FC Fribourg |
Promotion League | – | – |
| 1992–1994 | FC Bulle |
1. Liga Classic | – | – |
| 1994–1995 | SC Kriens |
Challenge League | – | – |
| 1995–1996 | FC Luzern |
Swiss Super League | – | – |
| 1996–1998 | SR Delémont |
Promotion League | – | – |
Appearances and goals are league figures where recorded on Wikidata; “–” means not recorded.
International career
| Years | Team | Level | Caps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1987–1997 | Zambia |
Senior | – | – |
International goals (5)
| # | Date | Match | Min | Competition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 11 Oct 1992 | Zambia 2–0 Tanzania | 20 | World Cup Qualification |
| 2 | 4 Jul 1993 | Zambia 2–1 Morocco | 67 | World Cup Qualification |
| 3 | 20 Jan 1996 | Burkina Faso 1–5 Zambia | 45 | Africa Cup of Nations |
| 4 | 3 Feb 1996 | Zambia 1–0 Ghana | 51 | Africa Cup of Nations |
| 5 | 27 Apr 1997 | Zambia 3–0 Congo | 85 | 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 Johnson Bwalya?
Johnson Bwalya was born on 3 December 1967, which makes him 58 years old.
Where was Johnson Bwalya born?
Johnson Bwalya was born in Mufulira, Zambia.
Which national team does Johnson Bwalya play for?
Johnson Bwalya played international football for Zambia.
Which clubs has Johnson Bwalya played for?
Johnson Bwalya's recorded clubs are Mufulira Wanderers F.C., FC Fribourg, FC Sion, FC Bulle, SC Kriens, FC Luzern and SR Delémont.
How tall is Johnson Bwalya?
Johnson Bwalya is 174 cm (5 ft 9 in) tall.
What position does Johnson Bwalya play?
Johnson Bwalya played as a midfielder.