About Jamba
Born 1977. Jamba is an Angolan association football player.
João Pereira (born 10 July 1977 in Benguela), is a retired Angolan footballer. He last played for Atlético Sport Aviação.
Career Jamba is an archetype of old fashioned defending. He is known for playing reliably and consistently.
International career The central back is a former member of the national team, and was called up to the 2006 World Cup. He has played in 29 straight international competitions for Angola, making him a leader on an otherwise young club. In April 2006, his performances were acknowledged when he was voted Angola's best home-based player in a national radio poll.
Background His nickname, "Jamba," means "Elephant" in Umbundu, a language spoken in southern Angola.
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Frequently asked questions
Who is Jamba?
Angolan footballer
When was Jamba born?
Jamba was born on 10 July 1977 in Benguela.
What is Jamba's occupation?
Jamba is an association football player.
What nationality is Jamba?
Jamba is Angolan.
Sources & further reading
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Jamba. https://biography.guide/jamba/
MLA: "Jamba." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/jamba/.
Chicago: "Jamba." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/jamba/.
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