Rudolf Bester
Namibian footballer
Namibia
Forward
Rudolf Bester: profile
Rudolf Bester (born 19 July 1983 in Otjiwarongo, Namibia) is a former Namibian footballer who played as a forward.
Bester made the step into senior football with Blue Waters F.C. in 2003. He played for 9 clubs in 3 countries since 2003. His most appearances came at Maritzburg United F.C. (2009–2011), where he made 52 appearances and scored 13 goals. Across all recorded club spells he totals 136 appearances and 20 goals.
At international level, Bester represented Namibia (2004–present). Our match database lists 4 of his international goals; the first came against Guinea on 14 June 2008 (World Cup Qualification).
Otjiwarongo has produced 3 footballers in our database, including Robert Nauseb and Ngero Katua.
Key facts
- Senior international debut
- 2004 (aged about 21)
- First international goal
- 2008 – aged 24 (match)
- Countries played in
- 3: Namibia, Serbia and South Africa
- Club goals per game
- 0.15 (20 in 136)
- Height
- 172 cm — taller than 21% of Namibian internationals on record
- Latest move
- Moroka Swallows F.C. (2015)
- Shares a birthday with
- Manuel Akanji, Jean Seri and Darlington Nagbe (more)
Club career
| Years | Club | League | Apps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003–2006 | Blue Waters F.C. |
Namibia Premier League | – | – |
| 2006–2007 | Eleven Arrows F.C. |
Namibia Premier League | – | – |
| 2008 |  FK Čukarički |
Serbian SuperLiga | 23 | 2 |
| 2009 | Eleven Arrows F.C. |
Namibia Premier League | – | – |
| 2009–2011 |  Maritzburg United F.C. |
National First Division | 52 | 13 |
| 2011–2013 | Orlando Pirates F.C. Windhoek |
Namibia Premier League | 15 | 1 |
| 2011–2013 | Orlando Pirates F.C. |
Premier Soccer League | 20 | 1 |
| 2013–2014 | Lamontville Golden Arrows F.C. |
Premier Soccer League | 18 | 3 |
| 2013– | Free State Stars F.C. |
Premier Soccer League | – | – |
| 2014–2015 | Free State Stars F.C. |
Premier Soccer League | 8 | 0 |
| 2015– | Moroka Swallows F.C. |
Premier Soccer League | – | – |
| Total | 136 | 20 |
Appearances and goals are league figures where recorded on Wikidata; “–” means not recorded.
International career
| Years | Team | Level | Caps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004– | Namibia |
Senior | – | – |
International goals (4)
| # | Date | Match | Min | Competition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 14 Jun 2008 | Namibia 1–2 Guinea | 41 | World Cup Qualification |
| 2 | 11 Oct 2008 | Namibia 4–2 Zimbabwe | 32 | World Cup Qualification |
| 3 | 11 Nov 2011 | Djibouti 0–4 Namibia | 13 | World Cup Qualification |
| 4 | 11 Nov 2011 | Djibouti 0–4 Namibia | 52 | 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 Rudolf Bester?
Rudolf Bester was born on 19 July 1983, which makes him 43 years old.
Where was Rudolf Bester born?
Rudolf Bester was born in Otjiwarongo, Namibia.
Which national team does Rudolf Bester play for?
Rudolf Bester played international football for Namibia.
Which clubs has Rudolf Bester played for?
Rudolf Bester's recorded clubs are Blue Waters F.C., Eleven Arrows F.C., FK Čukarički, Maritzburg United F.C., Orlando Pirates F.C. Windhoek, Orlando Pirates F.C., Lamontville Golden Arrows F.C., Free State Stars F.C. and Moroka Swallows F.C..
How tall is Rudolf Bester?
Rudolf Bester is 172 cm (5 ft 8 in) tall.
What position does Rudolf Bester play?
Rudolf Bester played as a forward.
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