Joseph Kamwendo
Malawian footballer
Malawi
Midfielder
Joseph Kamwendo: profile
Joseph Kamwendo (born 23 October 1986 in Blantyre, Malawi) is a former Malawian footballer who played as a midfielder.
Kamwendo started out at Mighty Wanderers F.C. in 2003. He played for 7 clubs in 6 countries between 2003 and 2015. The busiest spell of his career was at Orlando Pirates F.C. (2007–2011): 33 appearances and 0 goals. Across all recorded club spells he totals 70 appearances and 5 goals.
At international level, Kamwendo represented Malawi (2003–present). Our match database lists 1 of his international goals; the first came against Djibouti on 31 May 2008 (World Cup Qualification).
Blantyre has produced 29 footballers in our database, including Kinnah Phiri, Charles Swini and Moses Chavula.
Key facts
- Senior international debut
- 2003 (aged about 17)
- First international goal
- 2008 – aged 21 (match)
- Club career
- 2003–2015 (13 seasons)
- Countries played in
- 6: Malawi, Zimbabwe, Denmark, South Africa, Mozambique and DR Congo
- Club goals per game
- 0.07 (5 in 70)
- Height
- 167 cm — taller than 18% of Malawian internationals on record
- Latest move
- Liga Muçulmana de Maputo (2013)
- Shares a birthday with
- Rashidi Yekini, Relebohile Mofokeng and Jacques Maghoma (more)
Club career
| Years | Club | League | Apps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003–2004 | Mighty Wanderers F.C. |
Malawi Premier Division | – | – |
| 2004–2005 |  CAPS United F.C. |
Zimbabwe Premier Soccer League | – | – |
| 2005–2006 |  FC Nordsjælland |
Danish Superliga | 16 | 4 |
| 2006–2007 | Mighty Wanderers F.C. |
Malawi Premier Division | – | – |
| 2007–2011 |  Orlando Pirates F.C. |
Premier Soccer League | 33 | 0 |
| 2010–2011 | Vasco da Gama |
21 | 1 | |
| 2011–2013 | Mighty Wanderers F.C. |
Malawi Premier Division | – | – |
| 2013 |  Liga Muçulmana de Maputo |
Moçambola | – | – |
| 2013–2015 |  TP Mazembe |
Linafoot | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 70 | 5 |
Appearances and goals are league figures where recorded on Wikidata; “–” means not recorded.
International career
| Years | Team | Level | Caps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003– | Malawi |
Senior | – | – |
International goals (1)
| # | Date | Match | Min | Competition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 31 May 2008 | Malawi 8–1 Djibouti | 66 | 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 Joseph Kamwendo?
Joseph Kamwendo was born on 23 October 1986, which makes him 39 years old.
Where was Joseph Kamwendo born?
Joseph Kamwendo was born in Blantyre, Malawi.
Which national team does Joseph Kamwendo play for?
Joseph Kamwendo played international football for Malawi.
Which clubs has Joseph Kamwendo played for?
Joseph Kamwendo's recorded clubs are Mighty Wanderers F.C., CAPS United F.C., FC Nordsjælland, Orlando Pirates F.C., Vasco da Gama, Liga Muçulmana de Maputo and TP Mazembe.
How tall is Joseph Kamwendo?
Joseph Kamwendo is 167 cm (5 ft 6 in) tall.
What position does Joseph Kamwendo play?
Joseph Kamwendo played as a midfielder.