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Silvester Goraseb

Silvester Goraseb

Namibian footballer

Silvester Goraseb (born 7 September 1974) is a retired Namibian footballer, who is chairman of Premier League side Black Africa.[1] He is also president of the NAFPU, the Namibian player's union.[2]

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Club career

Born in Windhoek, Goraseb grew up in the city's largest township, Katutura and joined Black Africa from Try Again in 1992.[3] He won three league titles with the club.

International career

Nicknamed Lolo,[4] Goraseb competed for the Namibia national football team from 1996 to 2001, including the 1998 African Cup of Nations.[5] He made his debut for his country against Mali in October 1994[3] and totalled 7 goals in 66 games for the Brave Warriors.[6]

Personal life

His father Steve Stephanus and uncle Norries Goraseb both played successfully for Katutura giants Orlando Pirates.[3] He works as a chief human resources policy analyst at the Office of the Prime Minister.[7]

References

  1. [1]
    African Stars celebrate Namibia title in style - COSAFA
  2. [2]
    CAF and FIFPro Africa Division sign 5-year agreement - GhanaWeb
  3. [3]
    Lolo Goraseb, football’s favourite son - New Era Live
  4. [4]
    ‘Lolo’ explains ‘no relegation’ comment - The Namibian
  5. [5]
    Silvester Goraseb at FIFA.com
  6. [6]
    Namibia International Matches - RSSSF
  7. [7]
    Sports Commission eyes Goraseb loan - The Namibian
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