Lungisani Ndlela: Career Stats, Clubs, Age & Nationality

Lungisani Ndlela: profile

Lungisani Ndlela (born 8 September 1980 in Frankfort, South Africa) is a former South African footballer who played as a forward.

Ndlela made the step into senior football with University of Pretoria F.C. in 2000. He played for 5 clubs between 2000 and 2011. The busiest spell of his career was at SuperSport United F.C. (2004–2006): 25 appearances and 4 goals. Across all recorded club spells he totals 86 appearances and 17 goals.

At international level, Ndlela represented South Africa (2005–2006), earning 9 caps and scoring 3 goals. Our match database lists 2 of his international goals; the first came against Jamaica on 10 July 2005 (Gold Cup).

Key facts

Senior international debut: 2005 (aged about 25)
First international goal: 2005 – aged 24 (match)
Club career: 2000–2011 (12 seasons)
Club goals per game: 0.20 (17 in 86)
Height: 196 cm — taller than 97% of South African internationals on record
Latest move: United FC (2010)
Shares a birthday with: Yassine Benzia, Mexer and Tokelo Rantie (more)

Club career

Years	Club	League	Apps	Goals
2000–2003	University of Pretoria F.C.	Premier Soccer League	–	–
2003–2004	Moroka Swallows F.C.	Premier Soccer League	19	8
2004–2006	SuperSport United F.C.	Premier Soccer League	25	4
2006–2009	Mamelodi Sundowns F.C.	Premier Soccer League	23	2
2009–2010	Moroka Swallows F.C.	Premier Soccer League	19	3
2010–2011	United FC	National First Division	–	–
	Total		86	17

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

International career

Years	Team	Level	Caps	Goals
2005–2006	South Africa	Senior	9	3

International goals (2)

#	Date	Match	Min	Competition
1	10 Jul 2005	Jamaica 3–3 South Africa	41	Gold Cup
2	17 Jul 2005	South Africa 1–1 Panama	68	Gold Cup

*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 Lungisani Ndlela?

Lungisani Ndlela was born on 8 September 1980, which makes him 46 years old.

Where was Lungisani Ndlela born?

Lungisani Ndlela was born in Frankfort, South Africa.

Which national team does Lungisani Ndlela play for?

Lungisani Ndlela played international football for South Africa. He has 9 caps and 3 goals on record.

Which clubs has Lungisani Ndlela played for?

Lungisani Ndlela's recorded clubs are University of Pretoria F.C., Moroka Swallows F.C., SuperSport United F.C., Mamelodi Sundowns F.C. and United FC.

How tall is Lungisani Ndlela?

Lungisani Ndlela is 196 cm (6 ft 5 in) tall.

What position does Lungisani Ndlela play?

Lungisani Ndlela played as a forward.