Michael Araujo
South African footballer
South Africa
Midfielder
Michael Araujo: profile
Michael Araujo (born 22 May 1968 in South Africa) is a former South African footballer who played as a midfielder.
Araujo made the step into senior football with Montreal Supra in 1990. He played for 10 clubs in 4 countries since 1990. His most appearances came at Cincinnati Silverbacks (1996–1998), where he made 40 appearances and scored 49 goals. Across all recorded club spells he totals 82 appearances and 60 goals.
South Africa has produced 77 footballers in our database, including Ime Okon, Samukele Kabini and Andisiwe Mgcoyi.
Key facts
- Countries played in
- 4: Canada, United States, United Kingdom and South Africa
- Club goals per game
- 0.73 (60 in 82)
- Latest move
- SuperSport United F.C. (1998)
- Shares a birthday with
- Samuel Chukwueze, Joel Obi and Garba Lawal (more)
Club career
| Years | Club | League | Apps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 |  Montreal Supra |
Canadian Soccer League | – | – |
| 1992 |  Boca Raton Sabres |
– | – | |
| 1993 | Coral Springs Kicks |
15 | 9 | |
| 1993–1994 |  Glenavon F.C. |
NIFL Premiership | – | – |
| 1995 | Atlanta Silverbacks |
North American Soccer League | 23 | 2 |
| 1996–1998 | Cincinnati Silverbacks |
National Professional Soccer League | 40 | 49 |
| 1997 | Sacramento Knights |
Continental Indoor Soccer League | – | – |
| 1997 | Orlando Sundogs |
A-League | 4 | 0 |
| 1998–2000 | SuperSport United F.C. |
Premier Soccer League | – | – |
| — | Lynn Fighting Knights men's soccer |
– | – | |
| Total | 82 | 60 |
Appearances and goals are league figures where recorded on Wikidata; “–” means not recorded.
Frequently asked questions
How old is Michael Araujo?
Michael Araujo was born on 22 May 1968, which makes him 58 years old.
Where was Michael Araujo born?
Michael Araujo was born in South Africa.
Which clubs has Michael Araujo played for?
Michael Araujo's recorded clubs are Montreal Supra, Boca Raton Sabres, Coral Springs Kicks, Glenavon F.C., Atlanta Silverbacks, Cincinnati Silverbacks, Sacramento Knights, Orlando Sundogs, SuperSport United F.C. and Lynn Fighting Knights men's soccer.
What position does Michael Araujo play?
Michael Araujo played as a midfielder.
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