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Peter Tsepo Masilela: A Decorated South African Soccer Veteran

*Biography:*

Peter Tsepo Masilela is a renowned South African former professional soccer player, born on May 5, 1985. Throughout his illustrious career, Masilela predominantly played as a left back, showcasing exceptional skill and versatility.

*Club Career:*

Masilela's professional journey began in South Africa, playing for:

- Hellenic (2003-2005)

- Benoni (2005-2007)

In 2007, he made a significant move to Israeli club Maccabi Haifa, signing a four-year contract. During his tenure, Masilela played a pivotal role in securing the Israeli Championship and qualifying for the UEFA Champions League. He impressed with 13 assists and one goal in the 2009-2010 season, leading to a two-year contract extension in June 2011.

Masilela's European stint continued with a season-long loan to Spanish La Liga club Getafe in August 2011. Upon returning to Maccabi Haifa, he eventually signed with Kaizer Chiefs in South Africa in 2012. Masilela made his debut in November 2012, contributing to a 3-2 win over

Tsepo Masilela

South African soccer player

Full name Peter Tsepo Masilela[1]
Date of birth (1985-05-05) 5 May 1985 (age 39)
Place of birthWitbank, South Africa
Height 1.75 m (5 ft 9 in)
Position(s)Left back
Manchester
2000–2002 Disco Makua Academy
2002–2003 Sonas Mpumalanga
YearsTeamApps(Gls)
2003–2005Hellenic 48 (9)
2005–2007Benoni 54 (1)
2007–2012Maccabi Haifa 108 (2)
2011–2012 → Getafe (loan) 13 (0)
2012–2018Kaizer Chiefs 115 (0)
2019–2022AmaZulu 26 (0)
Total364(12)
2006–2013South Africa 51 (0)
*Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 23 October 2022

Peter Tsepo Masilela (born 5 May 1985) is a South African former professional soccer player who played as a left back.

Early career

Masilela first played amateur soccer for local team, Manchester and later the Disco Makua Academy which was run by former Witbank Aces player Steve Makua who is the father of Frank Makua who played

Tsepo Masilela

Trayectoria

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Tsepo Masilela, que actúa normalmente de lateral izquierdo, empezó su carrera profesional en el Benoni Premier United (actual Thanda Royal Zulu) en 2003. En 2006 consiguió el ascenso a la Premier Soccer League. En la temporada siguiente ayuda al equipo a mantener la categoría.

En 2007 se marchó a Israel para unirse a su actual club, el Maccabi Haifa, equipo que tuvo que realizar un desembolso económico de 400.000 euros para poder hacerse con sus servicios.[1]​ En su primer año gana la Copa Toto. En la temporada 2008-09 se proclama campeón de Liga.

El 17 de agosto de 2011 el jugador se fue al Getafe CF cedido por una temporada con opción de compra para el equipo azulón.[2]

Selección nacional

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Ha sido internacional con la selección de fútbol de Sudáfrica en 51 ocasiones. Su debut con la camiseta nacional se produjo el 30 de enero de 2006 en el partido de la Copa Africana de Naciones ante Zambia.[3]​ En esa competición solo disputó ese encuentro.

En la edición de 2008 jugó los tres encuentros de la pr

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