Aaron Mokoena
South African footballer and captain
Born
November 25th, 1980
44 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
South Africa
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Professional footballer played as a defender. Started career at Ajax Cape Town before moving to the Netherlands and joining the senior team. Played for teams including Bafana Bafana, where he served as captain. Competed in multiple African Cup of Nations tournaments and represented South Africa in the 2002 and 2010 FIFA World Cups.
Captained the South African national team
Played in the 2002 and 2010 FIFA World Cups
Won the African Cup of Nations with South Africa
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