Benik Afobe: Career Stats, Clubs, Age & Nationality

Benik Afobe: profile

Benik Afobe (born 12 February 1993 in Leyton, United Kingdom) is a former DR Congo footballer who played as a forward.

Afobe made the step into senior football with Huddersfield Town A.F.C. in 2010. He played for 9 clubs since 2010. The busiest spell of his career was at Wolverhampton Wanderers F.C. (2015–2016): 46 appearances and 22 goals. Across all recorded club spells he totals 136 appearances and 41 goals.

At international level, Afobe represented DR Congo. Before committing to DR Congo, he had represented England U16, England U17, England U19 and England U21.

Eligibility explained: Why does Benik Afobe play for DR Congo?

Key facts

Club goals per game: 0.30 (41 in 136)
Height: 183 cm — taller than 71% of DR Congo internationals on record
Latest move: AFC Bournemouth (2016)
Shares a birthday with: Peter Utaka, Julius Aghahowa and Mohamed Ihattaren (more)

Club career

Years	Club	League	Apps	Goals
2010–2011	Huddersfield Town A.F.C.	EFL League One	28	5
2010–2015	Arsenal F.C.	Premier League	0	0
2012	Reading F.C.	EFL League One	3	0
2012–2013	Bolton Wanderers F.C.	EFL Championship	20	2
2013	Millwall F.C.	EFL Championship	5	0
2014	Sheffield Wednesday F.C.	EFL League One	12	2
2014–2015	Milton Keynes Dons F.C.	EFL League One	22	10
2015–2016	Wolverhampton Wanderers F.C.	EFL Championship	46	22
2016–	AFC Bournemouth	Premier League	–	–
	Total		136	41

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

International career

Years	Team	Level	Caps	Goals
2008	England U16	Under-16	3	4
2009–2010	England U17	Under-17	23	11
2010–2012	England U19	Under-19	10	7
2012–2013	England U21	Under-21	2	1
—	DR Congo	Senior	–	–

Frequently asked questions

How old is Benik Afobe?

Benik Afobe was born on 12 February 1993, which makes him 33 years old.

Where was Benik Afobe born?

Benik Afobe was born in Leyton, United Kingdom.

Which national team does Benik Afobe play for?

Benik Afobe played international football for DR Congo.

Which clubs has Benik Afobe played for?

Benik Afobe's recorded clubs are Huddersfield Town A.F.C., Arsenal F.C., Reading F.C., Bolton Wanderers F.C., Millwall F.C., Sheffield Wednesday F.C., Milton Keynes Dons F.C., Wolverhampton Wanderers F.C. and AFC Bournemouth.

How tall is Benik Afobe?

Benik Afobe is 183 cm (6 ft 0 in) tall.

What position does Benik Afobe play?

Benik Afobe played as a forward.