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Shim Mheuka
English footballer From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Shumaira Zion "Shim" Mheuka (born 20 October 2007) is an English footballer who plays as a forward for Premier League club Chelsea.
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Club career
Born in England to Zimbabwean parents, Mheuka joined Brighton & Hove Albion at the age of nine.[3] He progressed through Brighton & Hove Albion's academy, making his under-18 debut at just fourteen years old.[4]
In July 2022, Mheuka signed with fellow Premier League club Chelsea.[5][6][7] He made his debut for Chelsea's under-18 team in a 2–1 win over West Bromwich Albion in October 2022.[8]
On 12 December 2024, Mheuka made his first-team debut for Chelsea, coming on as a second-half substitute in their UEFA Conference League tie against Astana in Kazakhstan.[9] His Premier League debut came on 25 February 2025 as a late substitute against Southampton.
On 6 March 2025, Mheuka made history as the youngest player to start for Chelsea in a European competition in a 2–1 away victory over Copenhagen.[10]
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International career
Mheuka has represented England at under-15 and under-16 level.[2] He remains eligible to represent Zimbabwe at international level.[3]
On 6 September 2023, Mheuka made his England U17 debut and scored during a 3–2 defeat to Portugal at the Pinatar Arena.[11] He was included in the squad for the 2024 UEFA European Under-17 Championship and scored during the last group game against Spain.[12] He also started in their quarter-final elimination against Italy.[13]
On 4 September 2024, Mheuka made his England U18 debut during a 2–2 draw with Portugal at the Lafarge Foot Avenir.[14]
On 9 October 2024, Mheuka made his U19 debut during a 2–1 defeat to Portugal in Marbella.[15] He was a member of England's squad at the 2025 UEFA European Under-19 Championship.[16]
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Personal life
Family
His father, Malcolm, was born in Dangamvura, Mutare, Zimbabwe, and played as an attacking midfielder for the Zimbabwe Saints and Circle Cement in the Zimbabwe Premier Soccer League.[3] His younger brother, Tendah, plays for the academy of Brighton & Hove Albion.[4]
Sponsorship
Mheuka is sponsored by German sportswear manufacturer Adidas.[4]
Career statistics
- As of match played 8 May 2025[17]
- Appearances in EFL Trophy
- Appearances in UEFA Conference League
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Honours
Chelsea U18s
- Southern Champion: 2023–24
Chelsea
References
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