South AfricaMbatha has won the MTN 8 with Orlando Pirates in 2023. He has also been capped by the South Africa national team, marking a significant milestone in his career.
Thalente Mbatha is a South African professional footballer who plays as a central midfielder. He has represented clubs in the Premier Soccer League, including Orlando Pirates and SuperSport United. Known for his box-to-box energy, Mbatha has earned recognition for his consistent performances in midfield.
Mbatha is a dynamic central midfielder known for his stamina, work rate, and ability to contribute both defensively and offensively. He excels at breaking up play and driving forward with the ball, though his final product in the final third can be inconsistent. His tactical discipline and versatility make him a valuable asset in midfield.
| Season | Comp | Apps | G | A | YC | RC | Min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25/26 | Carling Knockout | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 173 |
| 25/26 | MTN8 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 238 |
| 25/26 | Betway Premiership | 22 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1606 |
| 25/26 | Nedbank Cup | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 90 |
| 25/26 | International Friendlies | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 135 |
| 25/26 | CAF-Champions League | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 90 |
| 24/25 | Carling Knockout | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 24/25 | MTN8 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 351 |
| 24/25 | Betway Premiership | 24 | 3 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 1833 |
| 24/25 | Nedbank Cup | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 235 |
| 24/25 | International Friendlies | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 84 |
| 24/25 | Africa Cup of Nations Qualification | 4 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 49 |
| 24/25 | CAF-Champions League | 12 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 920 |
| 23/24 | World Cup Qualification Africa | 4 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 275 |
| 23/24 | Carling Knockout | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 23/24 | MTN8 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 97 |
| 23/24 | Betway Premiership | 11 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 864 |
| 23/24 | Nedbank Cup | 5 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 291 |
| 23/24 | CAF Confederation Cup | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 65 |
| 22/23 | MTN8 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 61 |
| 22/23 | Betway Premiership | 11 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 552 |
| 22/23 | Nedbank Cup | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 90 |
| 21/22 | MTN8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 21/22 | Betway Premiership | 10 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 491 |
| 21/22 | Nedbank Cup | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 66 |
| 2025 | African Nations Championship | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 | Africa Cup of Nations | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 49 |
| 20/21 | Betway Premiership | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 20/21 | Nedbank Cup | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 19/20 | Betway Premiership | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 178 |
| 19/20 | Nedbank Cup | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |