Olwethu Makhanya
Overview
Olwethu Makhanya is a South Africa centre-back currently playing for Philadelphia Union. They are 22 years old.
Biography
Olwethu Mpilwenhle Makhanya is a South African professional soccer player who plays as a defender for Scottish Premiership club Rangers and the South Africa national team. Career Makhanya started his career with South African side Stellenbosch, where he was regarded to have performed well for the club. He was nominated for South Africa Young Footballer of the Year. He won the 2022-23 Nedbank Cup Most Promising Player award. In 2023, he signed for American side Philadelphia Union, becoming the club's first under-22 initiative signing. Style of play Makhanya is known for his bravery. He can operate as a central defender in a back four or a back three. Personal life Makhanya has regarded England international John Stones as one of his soccer idols.
Career & honours
Career history
No career history published.
Honours
No honours recorded for this player.
Biography
Olwethu Mpilwenhle Makhanya is a South African professional soccer player who plays as a defender for Scottish Premiership club Rangers and the South Africa national team. Career Makhanya started his career with South African side Stellenbosch, where he was regarded to have performed well for the club. He was nominated for South Africa Young Footballer of the Year. He won the 2022-23 Nedbank Cup Most Promising Player award. In 2023, he signed for American side Philadelphia Union, becoming the club's first under-22 initiative signing. Style of play Makhanya is known for his bravery. He can operate as a central defender in a back four or a back three. Personal life Makhanya has regarded England international John Stones as one of his soccer idols.
Honours
No honours recorded for this player.
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Frequently asked questions
- Which team does Olwethu Makhanya play for?
- Olwethu Makhanya currently plays for Philadelphia Union.
- What position does Olwethu Makhanya play?
- Olwethu Makhanya plays as a centre-back.
- How old is Olwethu Makhanya?
- Olwethu Makhanya is 22 years old.
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