Innocent Maela (born 14 August 1992) is a South African professional soccer player who plays as a defender for Orlando Pirates, which he captains, and the South Africa national team.
He is the son of footballer Eric Maela and he is also paternal half-brother of Tsepo Masilela. He married Zenande Funani on 21 March 2025 in Maclear, Eastern Cape.
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