Mpho Lerato Chabangu (born 15 August 1985) is a South African former professional association football player who played as a right winger for Baberwa FC. He previously played for the South Africa national football team.[1]
International
He made his debut in a COSAFA Cup match against the Seychelles on 26 February 2005 and was part of Bafana Bafana’s 2008 African Nations Cup squad and the 2012 Afcon.
International goals
| # | Date | Venue | Opponent | Score | Result | Competition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 26 February 2005 | Curepipe, Mauritius |  Seychelles |
3-0 | 3-0 | COSAFA Cup |
| 2 | 13 January 2008 | Durban, South Africa |  Mozambique |
2-0 | 2-0 | Friendly match |
Personal life
Following his retirement, Chabangu fell into substance abuse. In February 2025, he was admitted to a rehabilitation centre outside Polokwane.[2]
References
- ^ Lerato Chabangu links up with ex-Amajita coach Solly Luvhengo at Pretoria Callies‚ kickoff.com, 9 February 2018
- ^ Munyai, Ofhani (11 March 2025). “Ex-Bafana and Sundowns star seeks help at a rehab centre”. FARPost. Retrieved 11 March 2025.
External links
- Lerato Chabangu at National-Football-Teams.com
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