How many caps did Eric Tinkler win for South Africa?

Eric Tinkler won 48 caps for South Africa, scoring 1 goals.

Which clubs did Eric Tinkler play for?

Bidvest Wits (1988–1992), Vitória (1992–1996), Cagliari Calcio (1996–1997), Barnsley (1997–2002), U.F.C.I. Tomar (2002–2005), Bidvest Wits (2005–2007).

Where does Eric Tinkler rank among South Africa's greatest footballers?

The 33 Legends almanac ranks Eric Tinkler #24 of South Africa's 33 greatest players of all time.

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24 / South Africa · 1994–2002

Eric Tinkler

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Caps · South Africa

Goals · South Africa

Life

1970

Clubs

Vitória, Cagliari Calcio, Barnsley

#24

Editorial rank of 33 for South Africa

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The people's rank, live from duel votes

He started the 1996 Africa Cup of Nations final at FNB Stadium on 3 February and came off in the 51st minute, twenty-two minutes before Mark Williams scored twice to beat Tunisia. Career record: 48 caps and 1 goals for South Africa; club career at Vitória, Cagliari Calcio, Barnsley.

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Career dates · checked 4 October 2026
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Career record

1988–1992	Bidvest Wits
1992–1996	Vitória
1996–1997	Cagliari Calcio
1997–2002	Barnsley
2002–2005	U.F.C.I. Tomar
2005–2007	Bidvest Wits
South Africa	48 caps, 1 goals

Sources

Senior international years checked 4 October 2026
Caps · South Africa checked 4 October 2026
Goals · South Africa checked 4 October 2026

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Around Tinkler in the almanac

One rank above: David Nyathi at #23.

One rank below: Helman Mkhalele at #25.

South Africa's editorial top five: Benni McCarthy · Lucas Radebe · Steven Pienaar · Doctor Khumalo · Itumeleng Khune.

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