Steve Komphela
Association footballer
South Africa
Defender
Steve Komphela: profile
Steve Komphela (born 24 May 1967 in Kroonstad, South Africa) is a retired South African footballer who played as a defender.
Komphela started out at Free State Stars F.C. in 1989. He played for 4 clubs in 2 countries between 1989 and 1997. His most appearances came at Free State Stars F.C. (1989–1993), where he made 136 appearances and scored 14 goals. Across all recorded club spells he totals 273 appearances and 21 goals.
At international level, Komphela represented South Africa (1992–1995), earning 24 caps and scoring 0 goals.
Kroonstad has produced 7 footballers in our database, including Jeffrey Ntuka, Berry Nieuwenhuys and Shiwe Nogwanya.
Key facts
- Senior international debut
- 1992 (aged about 25)
- Club career
- 1989–1997 (9 seasons)
- Countries played in
- 2: South Africa and Turkey
- Club goals per game
- 0.08 (21 in 273)
- Latest move
- Dardanel Spor A.Ş. (1996)
- Shares a birthday with
- Yannick Bolasie, Adel Taarabt and Anderson Esiti (more)
Club career
| Years | Club | League | Apps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1989–1993 | Free State Stars F.C. |
Premier Soccer League | 136 | 14 |
| 1993 | Kaizer Chiefs F.C. |
Premier Soccer League | 34 | 5 |
| 1993–1996 |  Gaziantepspor |
dissolution | 86 | 2 |
| 1996–1997 | Dardanel Spor A.Ş. |
TFF Third League | 17 | 0 |
| Total | 273 | 21 |
Appearances and goals are league figures where recorded on Wikidata; “–” means not recorded.
International career
| Years | Team | Level | Caps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1992–1995 | South Africa |
Senior | 24 | 0 |
Frequently asked questions
How old is Steve Komphela?
Steve Komphela was born on 24 May 1967, which makes him 59 years old.
Where was Steve Komphela born?
Steve Komphela was born in Kroonstad, South Africa.
Which national team does Steve Komphela play for?
Steve Komphela played international football for South Africa. He has 24 caps and 0 goals on record.
Which clubs has Steve Komphela played for?
Steve Komphela's recorded clubs are Free State Stars F.C., Kaizer Chiefs F.C., Gaziantepspor and Dardanel Spor A.Ş..
What position does Steve Komphela play?
Steve Komphela played as a defender.
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