Rainford Kalaba: Career Stats, Clubs, Age & Nationality

Rainford Kalaba: profile

Rainford Kalaba (born 14 August 1986 in Kitwe, Zambia) is a former Zambian footballer who played as a midfielder.

Kalaba started out at Kitwe United F.C. in 2005. He played for 9 clubs in 5 countries since 2005. His most appearances came at ZESCO United F.C. (2006–2008), where he made 29 appearances and scored 17 goals. Across all recorded club spells he totals 83 appearances and 41 goals.

At international level, Kalaba represented Zambia (2005–present). Our match database lists 3 of his international goals; the first came against Rwanda on 6 June 2009 (World Cup Qualification).

Kitwe has produced 23 footballers in our database, including Jacob Mulenga, Isaac Chansa and Ronald Kampamba.

Key facts

Senior international debut: 2005 (aged about 19)
First international goal: 2009 – aged 22 (match)
Countries played in: 5: Zambia, France, Portugal, Egypt and DR Congo
Club goals per game: 0.49 (41 in 83)
Height: 176 cm — taller than 44% of Zambian internationals on record
Latest move: TP Mazembe (2011)
Shares a birthday with: Jay-Jay Okocha, Samson Siasia and Diagné Fallou (more)

Club career

Years	Club	League	Apps	Goals
2005	Kitwe United F.C.	Zambia Nationa Division One	26	19
2005–2006	OGC Nice	Ligue 1	3	0
2006–2008	ZESCO United F.C.	Zambia Super League	29	17
2007	Zanaco F.C.	Zambia Super League	–	–
2008–2009	Gil Vicente F.C.	Primeira Liga	22	4
2008–2010	S.C. Braga	Primeira Liga	0	0
2009	U.D. Leiria	Liga Portugal 2	3	1
2010	Zamalek SC	Egyptian Premier League	–	–
2011–	TP Mazembe	Linafoot	–	–
	Total		83	41

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

International career

Years	Team	Level	Caps	Goals
2005–	Zambia	Senior	–	–

International goals (3)

#	Date	Match	Min	Competition
1	6 Jun 2009	Zambia 1–0 Rwanda	78	World Cup Qualification
2	21 Jan 2010	Gabon 1–2 Zambia	28	Africa Cup of Nations
3	21 Jan 2012	Senegal 1–2 Zambia	20	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 Rainford Kalaba?

Rainford Kalaba was born on 14 August 1986, which makes him 40 years old.

Where was Rainford Kalaba born?

Rainford Kalaba was born in Kitwe, Zambia.

Which national team does Rainford Kalaba play for?

Rainford Kalaba played international football for Zambia.

Which clubs has Rainford Kalaba played for?

Rainford Kalaba's recorded clubs are Kitwe United F.C., OGC Nice, ZESCO United F.C., Zanaco F.C., Gil Vicente F.C., S.C. Braga, U.D. Leiria, Zamalek SC and TP Mazembe.

How tall is Rainford Kalaba?

Rainford Kalaba is 176 cm (5 ft 9 in) tall.

What position does Rainford Kalaba play?

Rainford Kalaba played as a midfielder.