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The shape of him
Olwethu Makhanya is a 22-year-old defender at Philadelphia Union II and a South Africa international. Defending is anticipation as much as tackling: reading the pass before it is played, holding the line, and starting the attack from the back.
The job
Win the individual duels, protect the space behind, and give the team a platform to build from.
Quick facts
- Full name
- Olwethu Makhanya
- Date of birth
- 30 Apr 2004 (22)
- Place of birth
- Durban
- Nationality
- South Africa
- Position
- Defender
- Current club
- PIPhiladelphia Union II
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Recent matches
| Date | Competition | Opponent | Venue | Result | Minutes | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct 2026 |  Scottish Premiership |  Dundee | A | D2–2 | 90' | |
| 10 Oct 2026 | Scottish Premiership |  Kilmarnock | H | W3–1 | 89' |
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