Zainadine Júnior
Mozambican footballer
Mozambique
Defender
Zainadine Júnior: profile
Zainadine Júnior (born 24 June 1988 in Maputo, Mozambique) is a retired Mozambican footballer who played as a defender.
Júnior started out at Grupo Desportivo de Maputo in 2008. He played for 5 clubs in 3 countries since 2008. His most appearances came at Grupo Desportivo de Maputo (2008–2011), where he made 73 appearances and scored 5 goals. Across all recorded club spells he totals 145 appearances and 7 goals.
At international level, Júnior represented Mozambique (2008–present).
Maputo has produced 54 footballers in our database, including Maria Mutola, Mexer and Armando Sá.
Key facts
- Senior international debut
- 2008 (aged about 20)
- Countries played in
- 3: Mozambique, Portugal and People's Republic of China
- Club goals per game
- 0.05 (7 in 145)
- Height
- 178 cm — taller than 42% of Mozambican internationals on record
- Latest move
- C.S. Marítimo (2017)
- Shares a birthday with
- Kwasi Sibo, Fiston Mayele and Moez Ben Cherifia (more)
Club career
| Years | Club | League | Apps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008–2011 | Grupo Desportivo de Maputo |
Moçambola | 73 | 5 |
| 2011–2013 | Liga Muçulmana de Maputo |
Moçambola | – | – |
| 2013–2015 |  C.D. Nacional |
Primeira Liga | 72 | 2 |
| 2016–2017 |  Tianjin Jinmen Tiger F.C. |
Chinese Super League | – | – |
| 2017– | C.S. Marítimo |
Primeira Liga | – | – |
| Total | 145 | 7 |
Appearances and goals are league figures where recorded on Wikidata; “–” means not recorded.
International career
| Years | Team | Level | Caps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008– | Mozambique |
Senior | – | – |
Frequently asked questions
How old is Zainadine Júnior?
Zainadine Júnior was born on 24 June 1988, which makes him 38 years old.
Where was Zainadine Júnior born?
Zainadine Júnior was born in Maputo, Mozambique.
Which national team does Zainadine Júnior play for?
Zainadine Júnior played international football for Mozambique.
Which clubs has Zainadine Júnior played for?
Zainadine Júnior's recorded clubs are Grupo Desportivo de Maputo, Liga Muçulmana de Maputo, C.D. Nacional, Tianjin Jinmen Tiger F.C. and C.S. Marítimo.
How tall is Zainadine Júnior?
Zainadine Júnior is 178 cm (5 ft 10 in) tall.
What position does Zainadine Júnior play?
Zainadine Júnior played as a defender.
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Zé LuísMozambique · b. 1989
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