South AfricaO. Makhanya – South Africa | World Cup 2026 Player Profile

    O. Makhanya
    O. Makhanya
    Olwethu Makhanya
    Date of BirthApril 30, 2004 (age 22)
    Place of BirthDurban, South Africa
    Height / Weight
    PositionDefender
    Current ClubSouth Africa
    44
    Career
    Appearances
    3
    Career
    Goals
    2025-26 Season
    CompetitionMPGlsAst
    Major League Soccer1300
    CONCACAF Champions League410
    Friendlies100
    MLS Next Pro2620
    All Competitions4430
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    Int'l
    Caps
    0
    Int'l
    Goals
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    World Cup 2026

    Group A →
    #TeamPWDLGDPts
    1MexicoMexico110023
    2South KoreaSouth Korea110013
    3Czech RepublicCzech Republic1001-10
    4South AfricaSouth Africa1001-20

    2026 tournament outlook

    O. Makhanya will represent South Africa at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. South Africa have been drawn in Group A alongside Mexico, South Korea, Czech Republic. Their campaign begins on 2026-06-11 against Mexico at Estadio Azteca, Mexico City. As a defender, Makhanya will be looking to make an impact on the biggest stage in world football. South Africa's best World Cup finish is Group stage (2002, 2010). They'll be aiming to go further in 2026.

    South Africa at the 2026 World Cup

    O. Makhanya is part of the South Africa squad for the 2026 World Cup, managed by Hugo Broos, alongside S. Chaine, A. Modiba, J. Adams, and S. Campbell among the key players.

    View full South Africa team profile →

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    South Africa Teammates

    PlayerPosition
    S. ChaineGoalkeeper
    A. ModibaDefender
    J. AdamsMidfielder
    S. CampbellAttacker

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