Anthony Matengu

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Anthony Matengu
Personal information
Full name Anthony Matengu
Date of birth (1977-07-28) 28 July 1977 (age 48)
Place of birth Botswana [ where? ]
Position(s) Goalkeeper
Senior career*
YearsTeamApps(Gls)
2000–2006 Police XI
2006– Botswana Meat Commission
International career
2001 Botswana 1 (0)
* Club domestic league appearances and goals

Anthony Matengu (born 28 July 1977) is a retired Motswana footballer who played as a goalkeeper for Botswana Meat Commission FC [1] . He won his only cap for the Botswana national football team in 2001. [2] [3]

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Early life and education

Born in Botswana, Anthony Matengu developed an interest in football at a young age [2] . His passion for the sport led him to pursue a career in football.

Club career

Matengu began his professional football career with Police XI SC, a club based in Otse, Botswana, where he played from 2000 to 2006 [1] . Later, he joined Botswana Meat Commission FC (now Gilport Lions FC), continuing to showcase his skills as a goalkeeper [3] . His performances at the club level earned him recognition and respect within the Botswana football community [4]

International career

In 2001, Matengu earned his sole cap for the Botswana national football team, known as the Zebras [3] . Although his international appearances were limited, his selection to the national team highlighted his abilities and the trust placed in him by the coaching staff [2] .

Playing Style

Matengu was recognized for his height and agility, which made him a formidable presence in goal [3] . He was known for his shot-stopping abilities and his leadership on the field, often organizing the defense and motivating his teammates [2] .

References

  1. 1 2 Strack-Zimmermann, Benjamin. "Anthony Matengu (Player)". www.national-football-teams.com. Retrieved 29 September 2025.
  2. 1 2 3 4 "Anthony Matengu". worldfootball.net. Retrieved 29 September 2025.
  3. 1 2 3 4 Strack-Zimmermann, Benjamin. "Hassan Nayebagha (Player)". www.national-football-teams.com. Retrieved 29 September 2025.
  4. Writer, TSHEPO MOLWANE
    Staff (3 April 2009). "No easy walk in Premier League - Matengu". Mmegi Online. Retrieved 29 September 2025.