Refiloe Jane is a South African football star midfielder who plays for Italian club US Sassuolo and the South African women’s national team.
She is one of Africa’s most successful and influential female footballers, having won numerous titles and awards at both club and international level.
She is also a role model and advocate for women’s empowerment and social justice.
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- Full Name: Refiloe Jane
- Nickname: Fifi
- Date of birth: August 4, 1992
- Age: 31 years old
- Gender: Female
- Place of birth: Kliptown, South Africa
- Nationality: South African
- Occupation: Soccer player
- Height: 1.65 m
- Parents: Nomvula and Daniel
- Siblings: None
- Spouse: Christa Flora Kgamfe
- Children: None
- Relationship status: Married
- Net worth: $3 million
Early life and education
Refiloe Jane, now 31, was born on 4 August 1992 in Kliptown, a township in Soweto, South Africa, to parents Nomvula and Daniel.
She grew up in a poor and crime-ridden area where she faced many challenges and hardships. She developed a passion for football at an early age, playing with her friends on the streets.
She attended Kliptown Primary School and later Thuto-Lore Secondary School where she excelled in academics and sports.
She was selected to represent her school and province in many soccer tournaments, where she caught the attention of scouts and coaches.
She also joined a local football club called Colchester United where she honed her skills and talents.
Jane pursued her postgraduate education at Tshwane University of Technology (TUT), where she majored in sports management.
She also played for the TUT women’s soccer team, one of the best in the country. She helped the team win several titles, including the Sasol Cup, the Varsity Soccer Cup, and the USSA National Club Championship.
She also received numerous individual awards, including Player of the Tournament, Top Scorer and Most Valuable Player. She graduated from TUT with a degree in sports management in 2015.
Personal life
Refiloe Jane is a lesbian and she is married to her long-time girlfriend, Christa Flora Kgamfe, who is also a footballer.
After years of dating, the couple officially tied the knot in a traditional ceremony in 2019. They are one of the few openly lesbian couples in South African football and have faced discrimination and prejudice from some sections of society.
However, their family, friends, fans and teammates also received a lot of support and love. They are very happy and proud of their relationship and often share their pictures and videos on social media.
They currently live in Italy, where Jane plays for Sassuolo. They do not have children yet, but have expressed a desire to start a family in the future.
Career
Refiloe Jane started her professional career in 2012 when she signed for Mamelodi Sundowns, one of the top teams in South Africa.
She played for the team for two seasons before returning to TUT Ladies in 2014. She continued to impress with her performances and was called up for the first time to the South African women’s national team, also known as Banyana Banyana, in 2012.
She made her debut in a friendly against Zimbabwe and scored her first goal in a 5–0 win over Mozambique. She became a key and regular member of the team, playing in various tournaments, such as the African Women’s Championship, the Olympic Games and the FIFA Women’s World Cup.
She has made over 130 appearances for her country, scoring 16 goals. She has also won two silver medals and a gold medal at the African Women’s Championship, and was named in the 2022 Team of the Tournament. She has also captained the team on several occasions and is considered one of Africa’s best players.
In 2018, Jane became the first South African player to play in Australia’s W-League when she signed for Canberra United. She played for them for one season, scoring two goals in 12 games.
She then moved to Italy in 2019, where she joined AC Milan, one of the most prestigious and successful clubs in the world.
She played for the team for three seasons, helping the team qualify for the UEFA Women’s Champions League for the first time in its history.
She scored seven goals in 57 games for them and became a fan favourite. She then signed for Sassuolo in 2022, where she currently plays.
She scored three goals in 15 matches for the team and was one of the team’s key players.
Net worth
Refiloe Jane has an estimated net worth of $3 million.
She earns the majority of her income from her football career, as well as from endorsement and sponsorship deals.
Social media
- Instagram Name: @refiloejane
- Twitter Username: @fifinhojane
