Malibongwe Prince Khoza (born 16 March 2004) is a South African professional footballer who plays as a centre‑back and defensive midfielder for Mamelodi Sundowns and the South Africa national team.
Early career Khoza was born in Mamelodi, Gauteng and developed through local football structures before being identified by Mamelodi Sundowns’ youth system at the age of 12 years-old. His physical profile, standing at 191 cm, and comfort on the ball made him a standout prospect from an early age. Khoza played for the Sundowns DDC team in the PSL Reserve League before making his senior debut.
Club career Khoza was promoted to the Sundowns senior team in August 2024 signning a 5-year contract and quickly established himself as a reliable option in defence.
His breakout came during the 2024/25 season, where he became a regular starter and contributed to Sundowns’ league campaign and CAF Champions League fixtures. His ability to play both as a centre‑back and holding midfielder has been highlighted by coaches, including Miguel Cardoso, who praised his maturity and consistency.
Khoza won his first premiership man of the match against Siwelele in a 3–0 win on 9 September 2026.
International career Khoza's versatility earned him a place in the South Africa squad for the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN), where he was deployed in midfield and delivered a man of the match performance in a 1-all draw against Algeria.
He received his first senior call‑up during the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers, marking a significant milestone in his international career. He made his debut against Zimbabwe on 10 October 2025 at the Moses Mabhida Stadium in Durban.
Honours Mamelodi Sundowns
South African Premier Division: 2024–25 CAF Champions League: 2025–26 FIFA African–Asian–Pacific Cup: 2026
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