About Khuliso Mudau
Born 1995. Khuliso Mudau is a South African association football player.
Khuliso Johnson Mudau, also known as Sailorman (born 26 April 1995) is a South African professional soccer player who plays as a right back for Betway Premiership club Mamelodi Sundowns and the South Africa national team.
Early life He was born in Messina – now known as Musina – in Limpopo.
Club career After playing for JDR Stars, Magesi and Black Leopards, he signed for Mamelodi Sundowns on a five-year contract in October 2020.
He scored in the first goal in 3–0 win against Malian side Stade Malien in the 2025–26 CAF Champions League first leg quarterfinal.
Mudau was awarded the Outstanding Footballer of the Year in 2026 by the Icons of Africa Awards.
International career On 1 December 2025, Mudau was called up to the South Africa squad for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.
On 28 May 2026, he was selected by manager Hugo Broos to represent his nation at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Style of play Mudau plays as a right back.
Career statistics International
International goals Scores and results list South Africa's goal tally first. No. Date Venue Opponent Score Result Competition 1. 18 November 2023 Moses Mabhida Stadium, Durban, South Africa 2–0 2–1 2026 FIFA World Cup qualification
Honours South Africa
Africa Cup of Nations third place: 2023 Mamelodi Sundowns CAF Champions League: 2025–26 CAF Champions League runners-up: 2024–25 African Football League: 2023 South African Premiership: 2021–22, 2022–23, 2023–24, 2024–25 Nedbank Cup: 2021–22 MTN 8: 2021
Individual
2026 Icons of Africa Awards: Outstanding Footballer of the Year
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Frequently asked questions
Who is Khuliso Mudau?
South African footballer
When was Khuliso Mudau born?
Khuliso Mudau was born on 26 April 1995 in Musina.
What is Khuliso Mudau's occupation?
Khuliso Mudau is an association football player.
What nationality is Khuliso Mudau?
Khuliso Mudau is South African.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Khuliso Mudau. https://biography.guide/khuliso-mudau/
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