Kermit Erasmus

South African association football player

South Africa Midfielder Mamelodi Sundowns F.C.

36Age

1Int'l goals*

9Clubs

166Club apps

44Club goals

167Height (cm)

Kermit Erasmus: profile

Kermit Erasmus (born 8 July 1990 in Gqeberha, South Africa) is a South African footballer who plays as a midfielder for Mamelodi Sundowns F.C..

Erasmus started out at SuperSport United F.C. in 2006. He has played for 9 clubs in 5 countries since 2006. The busiest spell of his career was at Orlando Pirates F.C. (2013–2016): 65 appearances and 17 goals. Across all recorded club spells he totals 166 appearances and 44 goals.

At international level, Erasmus has represented South Africa (2010–present). Our match database lists 1 of his international goals; the first came against Botswana on 7 September 2013 (World Cup Qualification). He also played for South Africa at under-17 and under-20 level.

Gqeberha has produced 14 footballers in our database, including Ronwen Williams, Elrio van Heerden and Calvin Marlin.

Key facts

Senior international debut: 2010 (aged about 20)
First international goal: 2013 – aged 23 (match)
Club career: 2006–present (21 seasons)
Countries played in: 5: South Africa, Netherlands, France, Sweden and Portugal
Club goals per game: 0.27 (44 in 166)
Height: 167 cm — taller than 15% of South African internationals on record
Latest move: Mamelodi Sundowns F.C. (05 Oct 2020)
Shares a birthday with: Hassan Nader, Talal El Karkouri and Ahmed El-Kass (more)

Club career

Years	Club	League	Apps	Goals
2006–2008	SuperSport United F.C.	Premier Soccer League	10	1
2008–2010	Feyenoord Rotterdam	Eredivisie	4	0
2009–2010	Excelsior Rotterdam	Eredivisie	30	12
2010–2013	SuperSport United F.C.	Premier Soccer League	57	14
2013–2016	Orlando Pirates F.C.	Premier Soccer League	65	17
2016–2018	Stade Rennais F.C.	Ligue 1	–	–
2018	AFC Eskilstuna	Superettan	–	–
2018–2019	Vitória F.C.	Campeonato de Portugal	–	–
2019–2020	Cape Town City F.C.		–	–
2020–	Mamelodi Sundowns F.C.	Premier Soccer League	–	–
	Total		166	44

Appearances and goals are league figures where recorded on Wikidata; “–” means not recorded.

International career

Years	Team	Level	Caps	Goals
2006–2007	South Africa U17	Under-17	7	6
2008–2010	South Africa U20	Under-20	8	4
2010–	South Africa	Senior	–	–

International goals (1)

#	Date	Match	Min	Competition
1	7 Sep 2013	South Africa 4–1 Botswana	28	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 Kermit Erasmus?

Kermit Erasmus was born on 8 July 1990, which makes him 36 years old.

Where was Kermit Erasmus born?

Kermit Erasmus was born in Gqeberha, South Africa.

Which national team does Kermit Erasmus play for?

Kermit Erasmus plays international football for South Africa.

Which clubs has Kermit Erasmus played for?

Kermit Erasmus's recorded clubs are SuperSport United F.C., Feyenoord Rotterdam, Excelsior Rotterdam, Orlando Pirates F.C., Stade Rennais F.C., AFC Eskilstuna, Vitória F.C., Cape Town City F.C. and Mamelodi Sundowns F.C..

What team does Kermit Erasmus play for now?

According to the latest data, Kermit Erasmus plays for Mamelodi Sundowns F.C..

How tall is Kermit Erasmus?

Kermit Erasmus is 167 cm (5 ft 6 in) tall.

What position does Kermit Erasmus play?

Kermit Erasmus plays as a midfielder.