Ofentse Nato
Motswana footballer
Botswana
Midfielder
Ofentse Nato: profile
Ofentse Nato (born 1 October 1989 in Ramotswa, Botswana) is a retired Botswana footballer who played as a midfielder.
Nato started out at Gaborone United S.C. in 2008. He played for 5 clubs in 3 countries since 2008. His most appearances came at Mpumalanga Black Aces F.C. (2013), where he made 25 appearances and scored 1 goal. Across all recorded club spells he totals 52 appearances and 1 goal.
At international level, Nato represented Botswana (2009–present). Our match database lists 2 of his international goals; the first came against South Africa on 9 June 2012 (World Cup Qualification).
Ramotswa has produced 5 footballers in our database, including Donald Thobega, Lebogang Ditsele and Losika Ratshukudu.
Key facts
- Senior international debut
- 2009 (aged about 20)
- First international goal
- 2012 – aged 22 (match)
- Countries played in
- 3: Botswana, South Africa and India
- Club goals per game
- 0.02 (1 in 52)
- Height
- 177 cm — taller than 52% of Botswana internationals on record
- Latest move
- Township Rollers F.C. (2016)
- Shares a birthday with
- George Weah, William Troost-Ekong and Trézéguet (more)
Club career
| Years | Club | League | Apps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008–2012 | Gaborone United S.C. |
Botswana Premier League | – | – |
| 2012– |  Bidvest Wits F.C. |
Premier Soccer League | – | – |
| 2013 | Mpumalanga Black Aces F.C. |
National First Division | 25 | 1 |
| 2014 |  ATK |
Indian Super League | 16 | 0 |
| 2015–2016 | ATK |
Indian Super League | 11 | 0 |
| 2016 | Township Rollers F.C. |
Botswana Premier League | – | – |
| 2016– | ATK |
Indian Super League | – | – |
| Total | 52 | 1 |
Appearances and goals are league figures where recorded on Wikidata; “–” means not recorded.
International career
| Years | Team | Level | Caps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009– | Botswana |
Senior | – | – |
International goals (2)
| # | Date | Match | Min | Competition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 9 Jun 2012 | Botswana 1–1 South Africa | 38 | World Cup Qualification |
| 2 | 15 Jun 2013 | Botswana 3–2 Central African Republic | 86 | 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 Ofentse Nato?
Ofentse Nato was born on 1 October 1989, which makes him 37 years old.
Where was Ofentse Nato born?
Ofentse Nato was born in Ramotswa, Botswana.
Which national team does Ofentse Nato play for?
Ofentse Nato played international football for Botswana.
Which clubs has Ofentse Nato played for?
Ofentse Nato's recorded clubs are Gaborone United S.C., Bidvest Wits F.C., Mpumalanga Black Aces F.C., ATK and Township Rollers F.C..
How tall is Ofentse Nato?
Ofentse Nato is 177 cm (5 ft 10 in) tall.
What position does Ofentse Nato play?
Ofentse Nato played as a midfielder.
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