Ronwen Williams is a South African professional soccer player who plays as a goalkeeper for Mamelodi Sundowns and the South Africa national team.
He is the captain of the national team and the first goalkeeper to save four penalties in any FIFA recognised football match in the world. He was born on January 21, 1992 in Port Elizabeth, South Africa.
In this post, you’ll find everything you need to know about Ronwen Williams Biography, career, football clubs, achievements, net worth and more.
Ronwen Williams Early Life, Parents and Siblings
Ronwen Williams was born on January 21, 1992 (32 years old) in Port Elizabeth, South Africa. He comes from a family of five, his parents and three siblings. His mother, Hazel Williams, is a former striker for Shatterprufe Women FC and played soccer until the fifth month of her pregnancy with Ronwen. His father’s name is not disclosed to the media.
Ronwen Williams Career
Ronwen Williams is a highly skilled professional soccer player, renowned for his exceptional abilities as a goalkeeper.
He currently represents both Mamelodi Sundowns and the South Africa national team, where he serves as the team’s captain. In addition to his leadership role, Williams has made history as the first goalkeeper to save four penalties in any FIFA recognized football match across the globe.
Here is a summary of his club career:
- He started his senior career in the Netherlands with FC Groningen and FC Dordrecht.
- He signed for Belgian club KAA Gent in July 2015 and was immediately loaned out to Norwegian club FK Haugesund.
- In July 2017, he signed for Turkish Süper Lig club Bursaspor.
- On 17 August 2018, he joined Italian Serie A club Udinese.
- On 29 September 2020, he signed for EFL Championship side Watford on a five-year contract deal.
- On 24 January 2023, he signed for Serie A club Salernitana on a loan with the option to buy at the end of the season.
- On 4 July 2023, he signed for Super League Greece club PAOK Thessaloniki.
Ronwen Williams Wife and Child
Ronwen Williams is married to his childhood sweetheart, Roshni Williams, who he calls his “first lady”. They have a son named Mikael, who was born when Ronwen was 21 years old.
Ronwen Williams Net Worth
According to various sources, Ronwen Williams’ net worth is estimated to be around $2.4 million to $5 million. He is also one of the highest paid players in his club, Mamelodi Sundowns, with an annual salary of R500,000.
Ronwen Williams Social Media Handles
Ronwen Williams is active on social media platforms such as Instagram and Twitter.
- Instagram: @ronwen30
- Twitter: @ronwen30
