Thabo Matlaba
Association football player
South Africa
DefenderFull-back
Thabo Matlaba: profile
Thabo Matlaba (born 13 December 1987 in Thembisa, South Africa) is a former South African footballer who played as a defender and full-back.
Matlaba started out at Free State Stars F.C. in 2010. He played for 2 clubs since 2010. The busiest spell of his career was at Free State Stars F.C. (2010–2011): 33 appearances and 3 goals. Across all recorded club spells he totals 33 appearances and 3 goals.
At international level, Matlaba represented South Africa (2011–present). Our match database lists 1 of his international goals; the first came against Central African Republic on 23 March 2013 (World Cup Qualification).
Thembisa has produced 11 footballers in our database, including Themba Zwane, Jerry Sikhosana and Kamogelo Sebelebele.
Key facts
- Senior international debut
- 2011 (aged about 24)
- First international goal
- 2013 – aged 25 (match)
- Club goals per game
- 0.09 (3 in 33)
- Height
- 169 cm — taller than 21% of South African internationals on record
- Latest move
- Orlando Pirates F.C. (2012)
- Shares a birthday with
- Osman Bukari, Albert Adomah and Aïssa Laïdouni (more)
Club career
| Years | Club | League | Apps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010–2011 | Free State Stars F.C. |
Premier Soccer League | 33 | 3 |
| 2012– | Orlando Pirates F.C. |
Premier Soccer League | – | – |
| Total | 33 | 3 |
Appearances and goals are league figures where recorded on Wikidata; “–” means not recorded.
International career
| Years | Team | Level | Caps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011– | South Africa |
Senior | – | – |
International goals (1)
| # | Date | Match | Min | Competition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 23 Mar 2013 | South Africa 2–0 Central African Republic | 33 | 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 Thabo Matlaba?
Thabo Matlaba was born on 13 December 1987, which makes him 38 years old.
Where was Thabo Matlaba born?
Thabo Matlaba was born in Thembisa, South Africa.
Which national team does Thabo Matlaba play for?
Thabo Matlaba played international football for South Africa.
Which clubs has Thabo Matlaba played for?
Thabo Matlaba's recorded clubs are Free State Stars F.C. and Orlando Pirates F.C..
How tall is Thabo Matlaba?
Thabo Matlaba is 169 cm (5 ft 7 in) tall.
What position does Thabo Matlaba play?
Thabo Matlaba played as a defender and full-back.
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