Nkosinathi Emmanuel Sibisi (born 22 September 1995), commonly known as Bhodlela, is a South African soccer player who plays as a defender for South African Premier Division side Orlando Pirates, whom he captains, and the South Africa national team.
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Club career
In 2022, Sibisi transferred from Lamontville Golden Arrows F.C. to Orlando Pirates F.C..
In July 2025, Sibisi was appointed captain of Orlando Pirates.
International career
He made his debut for South Africa national soccer team on 10 June 2021 in a friendly against Uganda. In 2022, he appeared in three international friendlies. On 10 February 2024, he won a bronze medal at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations with the South Africa national team.
On 1 December 2025, Sibisi was called up to the South Africa squad for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.
He was named to the South Africa squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Career statistics
International
As of match played 11 June 2026
Honours
South Africa
Africa Cup of Nations third place: 2023