Itumeleng Khune

Awards & Honours

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Khune's career is defined by his longevity and consistency at the highest level of South African football. He spent two decades at Kaizer Chiefs, making 286 appearances, and earned 91 caps for the national team. His penalty-saving heroics in the 2007 Telkom Knockout final and his spectacular scorpion kick save in 2015 are moments that will be remembered for generations. He is rightly celebrated as one of the greatest goalkeepers South Africa has ever produced.

AwardsThroughout his career, Khune won multiple league titles and domestic cups with Kaizer Chiefs, including the Telkom Knockout in 2007. He was widely regarded as one of the best goalkeepers in South Africa and served as captain of both club and country.

Honours & Distinctions

Captained Kaizer Chiefs and South Africa national team

Various

Served as captain for both club and country.

Records & Feats

Second goalkeeper sent off in FIFA World Cup history

Historic First·2010

During the 2010 FIFA World Cup match against Uruguay, Khune was shown a red card for tackling Luis Suarez, becoming only the second goalkeeper in tournament history to be sent off.