Siyanda Xulu

Siyanda Xulu (born 30 December 1991) is a South African professional soccer player who plays as a centre-back for SuperSport United and the South Africa national team.

Club career Xulu was born in Durban. During his formative years, he spent time in the Kaizer Chiefs academy before being released in 2009 whereafter he joined Mamelodi Sundowns.

In May 2010 Xulu was offered a trial by Barcelona, before having a two-week trial with Arsenal in September 2010, which he also failed to do enough to win a contract.

In September 2012 Xulu joined Russian Premier League side FC Rostov, signing a four-year contract. At Rostov, Zulu won the Russian Cup of the 2013–14 footballing season.

On 29 July 2020, Xulu signed for Israeli Premier League club Hapoel Tel Aviv.

On 30 June 2023, Turan Tovuz announced the departure of Xulu after his contract had expired.

On 28 July 2023, SuperSport United announced the signing of Xulu to a two-year contract.

International career Xulu made his debut for the South Africa national team on 15 June 2012 in the match against Gabon, he substituted Morgan Gould at the 80th minute. On 28 May 2018, he was named captain for the nation's 2018 COSAFA Cup campaign.

Career statistics

+ List of international goals scored by Siyanda XuluNo.DateVenueOpponentScoreResultCompetition1 5 June 2018 Old Peter Mokaba Stadium, Polokwane, South Africa 4–1 4–1 2018 COSAFA Cup

Honours Rostov Russian Cup: 2013–14 South Africa

Africa Cup of Nations third place: 2023