Denis Masinde Onyango was born on 15 May 1985 and is a Ugandan professional footballer who plays as a goalkeeper for South African Premier Soccer League club Mamelodi Sundowns.
12 Facts About Denis Onyango
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Denis Onyango was named the 2016 African-based African Player of the year.
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Denis Onyango represented Uganda at the 2017 and 2019 Africa Cup of Nations, and captained them until his international retirement in 2021.
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In 2006, Denis Onyango joined South African Premier Soccer League side Supersport United.
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In 2011, Denis Onyango joined South African Premier Soccer League club Mamelodi Sundowns.
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Denis Onyango made his international debut for Uganda on 18 June 2005 World Cup qualifying match against Cape Verde.
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Denis Onyango helped the Cranes qualify for the 2017 Africa Cup of Nations by conceding only two goals in six matches in their qualifying group.
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Denis Onyango made his first appearance at the Africa Cup of Nations in the 31st edition that was hosted by Gabon from 14 January 2017 to 5 February 2017.
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Denis Onyango became captain of the national team in April 2017.
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On 12 April 2021, Denis Onyango announced his international retirement, after Uganda failed to qualify for the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations.
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Denis Onyango is renowned for his penalty-saving and his play in one-on-one situations.
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Denis Onyango is all round, very consistent and calm as described by Mark Anderson, a former Sundowns goalkeeper coach.