Thulani Serero
South African association football player
South Africa
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Thulani Serero: profile
Thulani Serero (born 11 April 1990 in Soweto, South Africa) is a former South African footballer who played as a forward and midfielder.
Serero's senior club career began in 2008 at Cape Town Spurs F.C.. He played for 3 clubs in 2 countries since 2008. His most appearances came at Cape Town Spurs F.C. (2008–2011), where he made 63 appearances and scored 17 goals. Across all recorded club spells he totals 68 appearances and 17 goals.
At international level, Serero represented South Africa (2011–present). He also played for South Africa at under-17, under-20 and under-23 level.
Soweto has produced 66 footballers in our database, including Siphiwe Tshabalala, Lucas Radebe and Lyle Foster.
Key facts
- Senior international debut
- 2011 (aged about 21)
- Countries played in
- 2: South Africa and Netherlands
- Club goals per game
- 0.25 (17 in 68)
- Height
- 172 cm — taller than 30% of South African internationals on record
- Latest move
- Jong Ajax (2013)
- Shares a birthday with
- Cédric Bakambu, Lance Davids and Dany Nounkeu (more)
Club career
| Years | Club | League | Apps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008–2011 | Cape Town Spurs F.C. |
Premier Soccer League | 63 | 17 |
| 2011– | AFC Ajax | Eredivisie | – | – |
| 2013– | Jong Ajax | Eerste Divisie | 5 | 0 |
| Total | 68 | 17 |
Appearances and goals are league figures where recorded on Wikidata; “–” means not recorded.
International career
| Years | Team | Level | Caps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006–2007 | South Africa U17 |
Under-17 | 15 | 1 |
| 2008–2009 | South Africa U20 |
Under-20 | 14 | 1 |
| 2011– | South Africa |
Senior | – | – |
| 2012 | South Africa U23 |
Under-23 | 0 | 0 |
Frequently asked questions
How old is Thulani Serero?
Thulani Serero was born on 11 April 1990, which makes him 36 years old.
Where was Thulani Serero born?
Thulani Serero was born in Soweto, South Africa.
Which national team does Thulani Serero play for?
Thulani Serero played international football for South Africa.
Which clubs has Thulani Serero played for?
Thulani Serero's recorded clubs are Cape Town Spurs F.C., AFC Ajax and Jong Ajax.
How tall is Thulani Serero?
Thulani Serero is 172 cm (5 ft 8 in) tall.
What position does Thulani Serero play?
Thulani Serero played as a forward and midfielder.
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