Michael Ghebru: profile
Michael Ghebru (born 7 November 1987 in Germany) is a former Ethiopian footballer who played as a forward.
Ghebru made the step into senior football with MSV Duisburg in 2004. He played for 6 clubs in 3 countries since 2004. His most appearances came at Real Maryland F.C. (2009), where he made 8 appearances and scored 0 goals. Across all recorded club spells he totals 14 appearances and 0 goals.
At international level, Ghebru represented Ethiopia (2007–present).
Germany has produced 6 footballers in our database, including Almoatasembellah Mohamed, Jasmina Barhoumi and Chaima Khammar.
Nationality explained: Why does Michael Ghebru play for Ethiopia?
Key facts
- Senior international debut
- 2007 (aged about 20)
- Countries played in
- 3: Germany, United States and Malta
- Latest move
- Floriana F.C. (2010)
- Shares a birthday with
- Arthur Masuaku, Mohamed Aboutrika and Elisha Owusu (more)
Club career
| Years | Club | League | Apps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004–2005 |  MSV Duisburg |
2. Bundesliga | 0 | 0 |
| 2006–2008 | Kickers Offenbach |
Fußball-Regionalliga Südwest | – | – |
| 2008 |  San Jose Earthquakes |
Major League Soccer | 0 | 0 |
| 2009 | Ventura County Fusion |
USL League Two | 6 | 0 |
| 2009 | Real Maryland F.C. |
USL League Two | 8 | 0 |
| 2010– |  Floriana F.C. |
Maltese Premier League | – | – |
| Total | 14 | 0 |
Appearances and goals are league figures where recorded on Wikidata; “–” means not recorded.
International career
| Years | Team | Level | Caps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007– |  Ethiopia |
Senior | – | – |
Frequently asked questions
How old is Michael Ghebru?
Michael Ghebru was born on 7 November 1987, which makes him 38 years old.
Where was Michael Ghebru born?
Michael Ghebru was born in Germany.
Which national team does Michael Ghebru play for?
Michael Ghebru played international football for Ethiopia.
Which clubs has Michael Ghebru played for?
Michael Ghebru's recorded clubs are MSV Duisburg, Kickers Offenbach, San Jose Earthquakes, Ventura County Fusion, Real Maryland F.C. and Floriana F.C..
What position does Michael Ghebru play?
Michael Ghebru played as a forward.
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Walid AttaEthiopia · b. 1986
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Adane GirmaEthiopia · Awassa City F.C.
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Fikru-Teferra LemessaEthiopia · b. 1986
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Jemal TassewEthiopia · b. 1989
Amin AskarEthiopia · b. 1985
Minyahil TeshomeEthiopia · b. 1985
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Oumed OukriEthiopia · Aswan SC
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Degu DebebeEthiopia · b. 1984
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Behailu AssefaEthiopia · b. 1989