Active in Major League Soccer
Olwethu Makhanya
Defender #29
Age 22 years
Nationality South Africa
Market Value €2.0M
Career
No transfer history
Archetypes earned from what we've seen this season.
Player Season Cards
Olwethu Makhanya's season performance cards
Bronze
SQUAD PLAYER
13 Appearances
13 Appearances
1179 Minutes Played
6.7 Avg Rating
Olwethu Makhanya Traits
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vs Defenders
Experience 18%
vs Major League Soccer
Experience 19%
Player DNA
Five dimensions that show what kind of player they are
Dribbling 49
Shooting 23
Defense 62
Workrate 69
Passing 26
Key Strength 69 Workrate
Area to Watch 23 Shooting
Match Stats
Recent appearances across all competitions
| Date | Fixture | Mins | Rating | G | A | FM Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 28, 2026 | South Africa 0-1 Canada | 0' | - | 0 | 0 | 38 |
| Jun 25, 2026 | South Africa 1-0 South Korea | 0' | - | 0 | 0 | 46 |
| Jun 18, 2026 | Czechia 1-1 South Africa | 0' | - | 0 | 0 | 62 |
| Jun 11, 2026 | Mexico 2-0 South Africa | 0' | - | 0 | 0 | 77 |
| May 16, 2026 | Philadelphia Union 1-1 Columbus Crew | 91' | 6.6 | 0 | 0 | 32 |
| May 13, 2026 | Orlando City SC 4-3 Philadelphia Union | 96' | 5.9 | 0 | 0 | 91 |
| May 09, 2026 | New England Revolution 2-1 Philadelphia Union | 94' | 7.2 | 0 | 0 | 52 |
| May 02, 2026 | Philadelphia Union 0-0 Nashville SC | 90' | 7.0 | 0 | 0 | 23 |
| Apr 25, 2026 | Columbus Crew 2-0 Philadelphia Union | 93' | 6.3 | 0 | 0 | 33 |
| Apr 22, 2026 | Toronto FC 3-3 Philadelphia Union | 96' | 6.2 | 0 | 0 | 90 |
| Apr 18, 2026 | Philadelphia Union 0-0 DC United | 90' | 7.5 | 0 | 0 | 21 |
| Apr 11, 2026 | CF Montreal 1-2 Philadelphia Union | 94' | 6.0 | 0 | 0 | 56 |
| Apr 04, 2026 | Charlotte 2-1 Philadelphia Union | 96' | 6.6 | 0 | 0 | 51 |
| Mar 21, 2026 | Philadelphia Union 1-2 Chicago Fire | 90' | 5.9 | 0 | 0 | 55 |
| Mar 14, 2026 | Atlanta United FC 3-1 Philadelphia Union | 90' | 7.0 | 0 | 0 | 62 |
| Mar 01, 2026 | Philadelphia Union 1-2 New York City FC | 90' | 7.2 | 0 | 0 | 99 |
| Feb 22, 2026 | DC United 1-0 Philadelphia Union | 90' | 6.7 | 0 | 0 | 43 |
| Date | Fixture | FM Score |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 24, 2026 | Philadelphia Union vs New England Revolution | 81 |
| Oct 29, 2026 | Nashville SC vs Philadelphia Union | 42 |
| Oct 31, 2026 | FC Cincinnati vs Philadelphia Union | 34 |
| Nov 07, 2026 | Philadelphia Union vs Toronto FC | 33 |
Player Market Value
Track Olwethu Makhanya's transfer value changes and career value history
Current Value €2.0M
Peak Value €2.0M (Q4'25)
€2.0M €1.0M €0
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Olwethu Makhanya is settling in as Philadelphia's Bronze tier squad player. The 22-year-old South African is quietly building his body of work in the division. Arriving from Stellenbosch, he is adapting to the tactical demands of a new league and proving his worth when called upon. The transition from domestic football in his homeland to a tougher environment requires patience, but our verdict highlights a defender willing to put in the hard yards behind the scenes.
Earning his stripes with a certified SQUAD PLAYER badge, the young centre-back is navigating an emerging sample size of first-team minutes. Four appearances yielding 360 minutes of action show a prospect who completes full matches rather than making brief cameos. His Intensity rating is the undeniable standout feature here, bringing a relentless motor to the pitch whenever he crosses the white line. He is currently on an upward trajectory, hitting top form as he calibrates to the physical pace of the division.
The wider market reflects this steady, understated growth. Currently valued at €2M with a rising trend line, his financial stock is directly matching his on-pitch development. For a squad looking for reliable depth, his profile represents a smart, low-risk foundation piece.