Jossias Macamo
Personal information | |||
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Full name | Andre Alberto Jossias Macamo[1] | ||
Date of birth | (1976-01-26) 26 January 1976 (age 48) | ||
Place of birth | Mozambique | ||
Position(s) | Midfielder | ||
Senior career* | |||
Years | Team | Apps | (Gls) |
1997–2001 | CD Costa do Sol | ||
2001–2003 | Kaizer Chiefs F.C. | ||
2003–2005 | Dynamos Giyani | ||
2005–2006 | Moroka Swallows F.C. | ||
2006–2008 | CD Costa do Sol | ||
International career | |||
1997–2005 | Mozambique | 30+ | (1) |
*Club domestic league appearances and goals |
Jossias Macamo is a retired footballer from Mozambique. Following his playing career, he became involved with the CD Costa do Sol management team and also served as an Under-14 coach.[2]
Playing career
Macamo joined Kaizer Chiefs and wore the number 23 jersey, a number previously associated with Siyabonga Nomvethe until 2001.[1] He made his debut during the Vodacom Challenge, scoring three goals in his initial three matches,[3] and continued his strong performance with five goals in five subsequent games.[1] Macamo formed a partnership with Lucky Maselesele and played a pivotal role in leading the team to the semi-finals of the BP Top 8 tournament,[3] contributing a goal against Ria Stars.[1] Notably, he was known for his unique goal celebration involving written messages. Macamo considers his time with the club to be the highlight of his career.[2] During his tenure, he showcased prowess in aerial play as a left-footed player.[3]
International career
While with Kaizer Chiefs, Macamo received a call-up to represent Mozambique in the 2002 COSAFA Cup.[4] In 2003, he was again summoned to play in a qualifier against Burkina Faso for the Africa Cup of Nations, a biennial international football competition.[5]
Honors
Macamo's accomplishments include:
- Winning the Vodacom Challenge in 2001.[2]
- Securing the BP Top 8 title in 2001.[citation needed]
- Achieving victory in the Moçambola league in 2007.[2]
- Capturing the Mozambique Cup in 2007.[2]
References
- ^ a b c d "Macamo's magic - Kaizer Chiefs". Kaizer Chiefs. Retrieved 14 May 2018.
- ^ a b c d e "Still a Glamour Boy at Heart - Macamo - Kaizer Chiefs". Kaizer Chiefs. Retrieved 14 May 2018.
- ^ a b c "Chiefs look to Jose the 'headman' | Cape Argus". Retrieved 14 May 2018.
- ^ "Macamo on national duty - Kaizer Chiefs". Kaizer Chiefs. Retrieved 14 May 2018.
- ^ "Musasa, Macamo on national duty - Kaizer Chiefs". Kaizer Chiefs. Retrieved 14 May 2018.
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- 1 Helder Cossa
- 2 Faife
- 3 Zé Augusto
- 4 Adino
- 5 Tomás
- 6 Paulito
- 7 Jojó
- 8 Nuro
- 9 Nana
- 10 Chiquinho Conde
- 11 Avelino
- 12 Rui Evora
- 13 Mavo
- 14 Pinto Barros
- 15 Mário Artur
- 16 Macamo
- 17 Jossias
- 18 Tico-Tico
- 19 Dário
- 20 Vino
- 21 João Chissano
- 22 Luisinho
- Coach: Arnaldo Salvado