Personal information | |||
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Full name | Olwethu Mpilwenhle Makhanya | ||
Date of birth | 30 April 2004 | ||
Place of birth | Durban, South Africa | ||
Position(s) | Defender | ||
Team information | |||
Current team | Philadelphia Union | ||
Number | 29 | ||
Senior career* | |||
Years | Team | Apps | (Gls) |
2022–2023 | Stellenbosch | 20 | (1) |
2023– | Philadelphia Union | 0 | (0) |
2023– | Philadelphia Union II | 1 | (0) |
*Club domestic league appearances and goals |
Olwethu Mpilwenhle Makhanya (born 30 April 2004) is a South African footballer who plays as a defender for the Philadelphia Union of Major League Soccer. [1]
Makhanya started his career with South African side Stellenbosch, where he was regarded to have performed well for the club. [2] He was nominated for South Africa Young Footballer of the Year. [3] He won the 2023 Nedbank Cup Most Promising Player award. [4] In 2023, he signed for American side Philadelphia Union, becoming the club's first under-22 initiative signing. [5]
Makhanya is known for his bravery. [6] He can operate as a central defender in a back four or a back three. [7]
Makhanya has regarded England international John Stones as one of his football idols. [8]
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