Olwethu Makhanya: World Cup profile | Philadelphia Union & South Africa defender
Meet Olwethu Makhanya.
Player Details
Name
Olwethu MakhanyaHeight
6' 2"Date of Birth
4.30.2004 (22)Birthplace
Durban, KwaZulu Natal, South AfricaPosition
DefenderFootedness
RightRoster Category
SeniorPlayer Category
International, U22 Initiative
Latest News
Latest News
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MLS-record 44 players on 2026 World Cup rosters: Call-ups by club
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MLS-record 44 players on 2026 World Cup rosters: Call-ups by country
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Mbekezeli Mbokazi & Olwethu Makhanya make South Africa's 2026 World Cup roster
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Team of the Matchday
Team of the Matchday: USMNT's Luna, Roldan make World Cup push
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2025 22 Under 22 Rankings
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Career Summary
2023 (Philadelphia Union II):Â In 2023, Makhanya made five appearances (five starts) for Union II in league play. In 450 minutes, Makhanya had three shot attempts with two on target. He joined Union II in July from Stellenbosch Fc in South Africa.