Lineker Mbesuma
Zambian footballer
Lineker Kagiya Mbesuma (born 14 July 2007) is a Zambian professional footballer who plays as a forward for South African side Jomo Cosmos.
Early life
Mbesuma was born in Zambia, but moved to South Africa as a child.
Club career
Mbesuma started his career with the SuperSport Soccer School, joining at the age of six. He later joined Bidvest Wits, but left after the club disbanded in 2020, going on to play for TS Galaxy and Warriors, before joining Jomo Cosmos. In April 2024, he was training with SAFA Second Division club Platinum City Rovers.
International career
In 2022, it was reported that Mbesuma would be called up to the Zambia under-20 team for the 2023 U-20 Africa Cup of Nations. He received his first call-up to the Zambia under-17 team in March 2023, in preparation for the 2023 U-17 Africa Cup of Nations. Following his call up to the competition proper, he iterated the Zambian squad's intention to win the tournament and qualify for the 2023 FIFA U-17 World Cup.
Personal life
Mbesuma is the son of former Zambian international footballer Collins Mbesuma. His brothers, Morientes and Neymar, are also footballers.
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