Alex Song: Career Stats, Clubs, Age & Nationality

Alex Song: profile

Alex Song (born 9 September 1987 in Nkenglicock, Cameroon) is a retired Cameroonian footballer who played as a defender.

Song started out at SC Bastia in 2004. He played for 8 clubs in 6 countries since 2004. The busiest spell of his career was at Arsenal F.C. (2006–2012): 138 appearances and 7 goals. Across all recorded club spells he totals 254 appearances and 8 goals.

At international level, Song represented Cameroon (2008–2014). He also played for Cameroon at under-17 and under-23 level. Before committing to Cameroon, he had represented France U16.

Eligibility explained: Why does Alex Song play for Cameroon?

Key facts

Senior international debut: 2008 (aged about 21)
Countries played in: 6: France, United Kingdom, Spain, Djibouti, Switzerland and Russia
Club goals per game: 0.03 (8 in 254)
Height: 185 cm — taller than 78% of Cameroonian internationals on record
Latest move: West Ham United F.C. (2014)
Shares a birthday with: Ahmed Elmohamady, Colin Dagba and Kalilou Traoré (more)

Club career

Years	Club	League	Apps	Goals
2004–2006	SC Bastia	Ligue 2	32	0
2005–2006	Arsenal F.C.	Premier League	5	0
2006–2012	Arsenal F.C.	Premier League	138	7
2007	Charlton Athletic F.C.	EFL Championship	12	0
2012–2014	FC Barcelona	La Liga	39	1
2014–2015	West Ham United F.C.	EFL Championship	28	0
2015–	West Ham United F.C.	EFL Championship	–	–
—	Arta/Solar7	Djibouti Premier League	–	–
—	FC Sion	Swiss Super League	–	–
—	Rubin Kazan	Russian Premier League	–	–
	Total		254	8

Appearances and goals are league figures where recorded on Wikidata; “–” means not recorded.

International career

Years	Team	Level	Caps	Goals
2002–2003	France U16	Under-16	6	0
2003–2004	Cameroon U17	Under-17	–	–
2008	Cameroon U23	Under-23	3	0
2008–2014	Cameroon	Senior	–	–

Frequently asked questions

How old is Alex Song?

Alex Song was born on 9 September 1987, which makes him 39 years old.

Where was Alex Song born?

Alex Song was born in Nkenglicock, Cameroon.

Which national team does Alex Song play for?

Alex Song played international football for Cameroon.

Which clubs has Alex Song played for?

Alex Song's recorded clubs are SC Bastia, Arsenal F.C., Charlton Athletic F.C., FC Barcelona, West Ham United F.C., Arta/Solar7, FC Sion and Rubin Kazan.

How tall is Alex Song?

Alex Song is 185 cm (6 ft 1 in) tall.

What position does Alex Song play?

Alex Song played as a defender.