12 Facts About Tando Velaphi

Tando Yuji Velaphi was born on 17 April 1987 and is an Australian professional football player who played as a goalkeeper for Subiaco AFC.

Tando Velaphi began his senior career at Perth SC and while there, had loan stints at Newcastle Jets and Queensland Roar.

Tando Velaphi managed to play 4 out of the Victory's 6 Asian Champions League games.

Unfortunately for Tando Velaphi, he suffered an injury in the pre-season, just after the AFC Champions League, causing him to sit out for the vast majority of the season.

Tando Velaphi was then replaced in the starting lineup by Nathan Coe, and failed to make another appearance in the season.

Tando Velaphi has signed on for another 1-year deal with the Melbourne Heart after much discussion.

In July 2018, Tando Velaphi re-joined Perth Glory on a one-year contract, expected to create competition with Liam Reddy and Nick Feely for the number one goalkeeper position.

On 9 February 2024, Tando Velaphi announced his retirement from professional football.

Tando Velaphi played for the Young Socceroos, playing in the 2006 AFC Youth Championship and is currently a member of the Olyroos.

Tando Velaphi revealed in January 2010 that his long-term ambition was to leave Australia and play regular football in Europe, in the hopes of securing a place on Australia's 2014 World Cup roster.

Tando Velaphi's mother is Japanese and his father is Zimbabwean.

Tando Velaphi is currently studying in Bachelor of Business at Deakin University.