Dodo Dokou: profile
Dodo Dokou (born 4 May 2004 in Cotonou, Benin) is a Beninese footballer who plays as a defensive midfielder for Leixões S.C..
Dokou started out at Smouha SC in 2022. He has played for 2 clubs in 2 countries since 2022. His most appearances came at Smouha SC (2022–2025), where he made 81 appearances and scored 2 goals. Across all recorded club spells he totals 86 appearances and 2 goals.
At international level, Dokou has represented Benin (2023–present), earning 22 caps and scoring 2 goals. Our match database lists 2 of his international goals; the first came against Rwanda on 6 June 2024 (World Cup Qualification). He also played for Benin at under-20 level.
Cotonou has produced 23 footballers in our database, including Mouftaou Adou, Damien Chrysostome and Yannick Aguemon.
Key facts
- Senior international debut
- 2023 (aged about 19)
- First international goal
- 2024 – aged 20 (match)
- Club career
- 2022–present (5 seasons)
- Countries played in
- 2: Egypt and Portugal
- Club goals per game
- 0.02 (2 in 86)
- Height
- 177 cm — taller than 22% of Beninese internationals on record
- Latest move
- Leixões S.C. (2025)
- Shares a birthday with
- Abdou Diallo, Éric Djemba-Djemba and Dailon Livramento (more)
Club career
| Years | Club | League | Apps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022–2025 |  Smouha SC |
Egyptian Premier League | 81 | 2 |
| 2025– |  Leixões S.C. |
Liga Portugal 2 | 5 | 0 |
| Total | 86 | 2 |
Appearances and goals are league figures where recorded on Wikidata; “–” means not recorded.
International career
| Years | Team | Level | Caps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 |  Benin U20 |
Under-20 | 4 | 0 |
| 2023– | Benin |
Senior | 22 | 2 |
International goals (2)
| # | Date | Match | Min | Competition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 6 Jun 2024 | Benin 1–0 Rwanda | 37 | World Cup Qualification |
| 2 | 20 Mar 2025 | Zimbabwe 2–2 Benin | 35 | World Cup Qualification |
*Goals listed are those present in our match-by-match goal database, which is most complete for tournament matches.
Frequently asked questions
How old is Dodo Dokou?
Dodo Dokou was born on 4 May 2004, which makes him 22 years old.
Where was Dodo Dokou born?
Dodo Dokou was born in Cotonou, Benin.
Which national team does Dodo Dokou play for?
Dodo Dokou plays international football for Benin. He has 22 caps and 2 goals on record.
Which clubs has Dodo Dokou played for?
Dodo Dokou's recorded clubs are Smouha SC and Leixões S.C..
What team does Dodo Dokou play for now?
According to the latest data, Dodo Dokou plays for Leixões S.C..
How tall is Dodo Dokou?
Dodo Dokou is 177 cm (5 ft 10 in) tall.
What position does Dodo Dokou play?
Dodo Dokou plays as a defensive midfielder.