How many caps did Helman Mkhalele win for South Africa?

Helman Mkhalele won 66 caps for South Africa, scoring 8 goals.

Which clubs did Helman Mkhalele play for?

Jomo Cosmos (1990–1993), Orlando Pirates (1993–1997), Kayserispor (1997–1998), MKE Ankaragücü (1998–2001), Göztepe S.K. (2001–2003), Malatyaspor (2003–2005), Jomo Cosmos (2005–2008).

Where does Helman Mkhalele rank among South Africa's greatest footballers?

The 33 Legends almanac ranks Helman Mkhalele #25 of South Africa's 33 greatest players of all time.

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25 / South Africa · 1994–2001

Helman Mkhalele

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Caps · South Africa

Goals · South Africa

Life

1969

Clubs

Jomo Cosmos, Orlando Pirates, MKE Ankaragücü

#25

Editorial rank of 33 for South Africa

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The people's rank, live from duel votes

The terraces called him the Midnight Express for what he did to full backs down the left, and in 1995 he was on that flank when Orlando Pirates won the African Cup of Champions Clubs. Career record: 66 caps and 8 goals for South Africa; club career at Jomo Cosmos, Orlando Pirates, MKE Ankaragücü.

Career sources

Career dates · checked 4 October 2026
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Career record

1990–1993	Jomo Cosmos
1993–1997	Orlando Pirates
1997–1998	Kayserispor
1998–2001	MKE Ankaragücü
2001–2003	Göztepe S.K.
2003–2005	Malatyaspor
2005–2008	Jomo Cosmos
South Africa	66 caps, 8 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 Mkhalele in the almanac

One rank above: Eric Tinkler at #24.

One rank below: Kagisho Dikgacoi at #26.

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

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