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Olwethu Makhanya
Philadelphia Union
Contract until: 31 Dec 2027
South Africa
About Us
Olwethu Makhanya is a professional footballer known for consistent performances across competitions. He has played 45 matches, scoring 1 goals and providing — assists, contributing in both attack and defense.
He has gained experience across multiple football leagues and tournaments, improving his overall performance in game. With an average rating of 6.87, he shows steady and reliable form.
His performances are often featured in football previews, highlighting his match impact. Explore full stats, recent matches, and career details below.
Career overview
Appearances
45
Clean sheets
14
Goals conceded
46
Minutes played
3,622
Yellow cards
13
World Cup
South Africa
Canada
Season statistics
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2026 · Major League Soccer · Philadelphia Union
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2025 · Major League Soccer · Philadelphia Union
Major League Soccer
Philadelphia Union
Appearances
13
Lineups
13
Minutes played
1,170
Average rating
6.69
Wins
1
Draws
4
Losses
8
Shots
7
Shots on target
1
Shots off target
1
Successful dribbles
3
Dribble attempts
5
Key passes
6
Tackles
31
Interceptions
19
Clearances
60
Blocked shots
6
Duels won
68
Total duels
121
Aerials won
32
Dribbled past
9
Passes
685
Accurate passes
545
Pass accuracy %
79.56
Long balls
99
Long balls won
43
Crosses
4
Accurate crosses
1
Cross accuracy %
25
Key passes
6
Clean sheets
2
Goals conceded
22
Fouls
14
Fouls drawn
2
Offsides
2
Yellow cards
5
Major League Soccer
Philadelphia Union
Appearances
32
Lineups
26
Minutes played
2,452
Goals
1
Average rating
6.95
Wins
18
Draws
6
Losses
8
Goals
1
Shots
20
Shots on target
4
Shots off target
9
Penalties scored
0
Penalties missed
0
Successful dribbles
17
Dribble attempts
19
Key passes
6
Big chances missed
3
Tackles
58
Interceptions
33
Clearances
167
Blocked shots
16
Duels won
159
Total duels
244
Aerials won
70
Dribbled past
14
Passes
1,189
Accurate passes
969
Pass accuracy %
81.50
Long balls
172
Long balls won
64
Crosses
5
Key passes
6
Clean sheets
12
Goals conceded
24
Fouls
29
Fouls drawn
16
Yellow cards
8
Red cards
1
Competition statistics
Career totals by competition
| Competition | Seasons | Apps | Min | CS | Saves | A | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Major League Soccer
|
2026, 2025, 2024 | 45 | 3,622 | 14 | 0 | 0 | |
|
World Cup
|
2026 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — |
Transfer history
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18 Jul 2023
Undisclosed
Philadelphia Union
Trophies
-
Competition
Team history
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Philadelphia Union 18 Jul 2023 – 31 Dec 2027#29
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South Africa National 29 May 2026#24
Matches
| # | Date | Competition | Match | Score | Result | Min | G | A | YC | RC | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 28 Jun 2026 |
World Cup
|
South Africa
vs
Canada
|
0 - 1 | L | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — |
| 2 | 25 Jun 2026 |
World Cup
|
South Africa
vs
Korea Republic
|
1 - 0 | W | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — |
| 3 | 18 Jun 2026 |
World Cup
|
Czech Republic
vs
South Africa
|
1 - 1 | D | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — |
| 4 | 11 Jun 2026 |
World Cup
|
Mexico
vs
South Africa
|
2 - 0 | L | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — |