Knowledge Musona
Zimbabwean association footballer
Zimbabwe
Forward
Knowledge Musona: profile
Knowledge Musona (born 21 June 1990 in Norton, Zimbabwe) is a retired Zimbabwean footballer who played as a forward.
Musona made the step into senior football with Kaizer Chiefs F.C. in 2009. He played for 4 clubs in 3 countries since 2009. His most appearances came at Kaizer Chiefs F.C. (2009–2011), where he made 50 appearances and scored 20 goals. Across all recorded club spells he totals 99 appearances and 28 goals.
At international level, Musona represented Zimbabwe (2010–present). Our match database lists 7 of his international goals; the first came against Egypt on 26 March 2013 (World Cup Qualification).
Key facts
- Senior international debut
- 2010 (aged about 20)
- First international goal
- 2013 – aged 22 (match)
- Countries played in
- 3: South Africa, Germany and Belgium
- Club goals per game
- 0.28 (28 in 99)
- Height
- 174 cm — taller than 14% of Zimbabwean internationals on record
- Latest move
- KV Oostende (2015)
- Shares a birthday with
- Gaël Kakuta, Cheick Tioté and Fakhreddine Ben Youssef (more)
Club career
| Years | Club | League | Apps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009–2011 |  Kaizer Chiefs F.C. |
Premier Soccer League | 50 | 20 |
| 2011–2014 |  TSG 1899 Hoffenheim |
Bundesliga | 16 | 0 |
| 2012–2013 | FC Augsburg |
Bundesliga | 14 | 0 |
| 2013–2014 | Kaizer Chiefs F.C. |
Premier Soccer League | 19 | 8 |
| 2015– |  KV Oostende |
Challenger Pro League | – | – |
| Total | 99 | 28 |
Appearances and goals are league figures where recorded on Wikidata; “–” means not recorded.
International career
| Years | Team | Level | Caps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010– | Zimbabwe |
Senior | – | – |
International goals (7)
| # | Date | Match | Min | Competition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 26 Mar 2013 | Egypt 2–1 Zimbabwe | 74 | World Cup Qualification |
| 2 | 9 Jun 2013 | Zimbabwe 2–4 Egypt | 21 | World Cup Qualification |
| 3 | 23 Jan 2017 | Zimbabwe 2–4 Tunisia | 42 | Africa Cup of Nations |
| 4 | 9 Oct 2021 | Ghana 3–1 Zimbabwe | 49 (pen) | World Cup Qualification |
| 5 | 18 Jan 2022 | Zimbabwe 2–1 Guinea | 26 | Africa Cup of Nations |
| 6 | 20 Mar 2025 | Zimbabwe 2–2 Benin | 59 | World Cup Qualification |
| 7 | 26 Dec 2025 | Angola 1–1 Zimbabwe | 45 | Africa Cup of Nations |
*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 Knowledge Musona?
Knowledge Musona was born on 21 June 1990, which makes him 36 years old.
Where was Knowledge Musona born?
Knowledge Musona was born in Norton, Zimbabwe.
Which national team does Knowledge Musona play for?
Knowledge Musona played international football for Zimbabwe.
Which clubs has Knowledge Musona played for?
Knowledge Musona's recorded clubs are Kaizer Chiefs F.C., TSG 1899 Hoffenheim, FC Augsburg and KV Oostende.
How tall is Knowledge Musona?
Knowledge Musona is 174 cm (5 ft 9 in) tall.
What position does Knowledge Musona play?
Knowledge Musona played as a forward.
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