Olwethu Makhanya

Olwethu Makhanya

21-Year-Old DefenderD
Philadelphia Union
MLS
Height 1.85 m
DOB 4/30/2004
Busy defensively in away defeat
DPhiladelphia Union
February 23, 2026
Makhanya had four tackles (two won), eight clearances and two interceptions in Saturday's 1-0 defeat versus D.C. United. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 41st minute.
ANALYSIS
Makhanya started the season in the starting lineup for Philadelphia after 26 games starting last season. He started with a tough away trip to D.C. United. He was busy making eight clearances, one block, two interceptions and won two of his four tackles. He started the season with a yellow card, having been given seven yellow cards and two red cards last season. He made eight or more clearances on seven occasions last season.
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  1. Nathan Harriel
  2. Olwethu Makhanya
  3. Francis WestfieldGTD
  4. Japhet Sery
  5. Olivier Mbaizo
  6. Geiner Martinez
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Signs for two more seasons
DPhiladelphia Union
November 26, 2025
Makhanya has had his two-year option picked up by Philadelphia, according to his club.
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Finishes suspension
DPhiladelphia Union
September 21, 2025
Makhanya has served his one match suspension and is expected to be an option for the trip to D.C United on Saturday.
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Suspended two games
DPhiladelphia Union
September 8, 2025
Makhanya will miss the next two MLS games due to his straight red card against Cincinnati and yellow cards accumulation, according to the league.
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Sent off Saturday
DPhiladelphia Union
August 30, 2025
Makhanya received a red card during Saturday's matchup against FC Cincinnati.
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Scores, shines defensively in win
DPhiladelphia Union
July 18, 2025
Makhanya scored a goal off two shots (one on target), created one chance and made one tackle and nine clearances during Wednesday's 2-1 win over Montreal.
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