Emilio Nsue
Equatorial Guinean association football player (born 1989)
Emilio Nsue: profile
Emilio Nsue (born 30 September 1989 in Palma, Spain) is a retired Equatoguinean footballer who played as a wing half.
Nsue made the step into senior football with RCD Mallorca B in 2006. He played for 5 clubs in 2 countries since 2006. The busiest spell of his career was at RCD Mallorca (2008–2014): 142 appearances and 13 goals. Across all recorded club spells he totals 268 appearances and 51 goals.
At international level, Nsue represented Equatorial Guinea (2013–2024). Our match database lists 10 of his international goals; the first came against Congo on 17 January 2015 (Africa Cup of Nations). Before committing to Equatorial Guinea, he had represented Spain U16, Spain U17, Spain U19, Spain U20 and Spain U21.
Palma has produced 6 footballers in our database, including Chadi Riad, José Luis Rondo and James Davis.
Eligibility explained: Why does Emilio Nsue play for Equatorial Guinea?
Key facts
- Senior international debut
- 2013 (aged about 24)
- First international goal
- 2015 – aged 25 (match)
- Countries played in
- 2: Spain and United Kingdom
- Club goals per game
- 0.19 (51 in 268)
- Height
- 178 cm — taller than 38% of Equatoguinean internationals on record
- Latest move
- Middlesbrough F.C. (2014)
- Shares a birthday with
- Tariq Lamptey, Badr Banoun and Teddy Teuma (more)
Club career
| Years | Club | League | Apps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006–2008 |  RCD Mallorca B |
Tercera Federación | 55 | 26 |
| 2008–2009 | CD Castellón |
LaLiga 2 | 38 | 7 |
| 2008–2014 | RCD Mallorca |
LaLiga 2 | 142 | 13 |
| 2009–2010 | Real Sociedad |
La Liga | 33 | 5 |
| 2014– |  Middlesbrough F.C. |
EFL Championship | – | – |
| Total | 268 | 51 |
Appearances and goals are league figures where recorded on Wikidata; “–” means not recorded.
International career
| Years | Team | Level | Caps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | Spain U16 |
Under-16 | 3 | 3 |
| 2005–2006 | Spain U17 |
Under-17 | 9 | 5 |
| 2006–2008 | Spain U19 |
Under-19 | 21 | 7 |
| 2009 | Spain U20 |
Under-20 | 10 | 4 |
| 2009–2011 | Spain U21 |
Under-21 | 8 | 1 |
| 2013–2024 |  Equatorial Guinea |
Senior | – | – |
International goals (10)
| # | Date | Match | Min | Competition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 17 Jan 2015 | Equatorial Guinea 1–1 Congo | 16 | Africa Cup of Nations |
| 2 | 8 Sep 2019 | Equatorial Guinea 1–0 South Sudan | 72 | World Cup Qualification |
| 3 | 7 Oct 2021 | Equatorial Guinea 2–0 Zambia | 88 | World Cup Qualification |
| 4 | 18 Jan 2024 | Equatorial Guinea 4–2 Guinea-Bissau | 21 | Africa Cup of Nations |
| 5 | 18 Jan 2024 | Equatorial Guinea 4–2 Guinea-Bissau | 51 | Africa Cup of Nations |
| 6 | 18 Jan 2024 | Equatorial Guinea 4–2 Guinea-Bissau | 61 | Africa Cup of Nations |
| 7 | 22 Jan 2024 | Ivory Coast 0–4 Equatorial Guinea | 42 | Africa Cup of Nations |
| 8 | 22 Jan 2024 | Ivory Coast 0–4 Equatorial Guinea | 75 | Africa Cup of Nations |
| 9 | 21 Mar 2025 | Equatorial Guinea 2–0 São Tomé and Príncipe | 14 | World Cup Qualification |
| 10 | 31 Dec 2025 | Equatorial Guinea 1–3 Algeria | 50 | Africa Cup of Nations |
*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 Emilio Nsue?
Emilio Nsue was born on 30 September 1989, which makes him 37 years old.
Where was Emilio Nsue born?
Emilio Nsue was born in Palma, Spain.
Which national team does Emilio Nsue play for?
Emilio Nsue played international football for Equatorial Guinea.
Which clubs has Emilio Nsue played for?
Emilio Nsue's recorded clubs are RCD Mallorca B, CD Castellón, RCD Mallorca, Real Sociedad and Middlesbrough F.C..
How tall is Emilio Nsue?
Emilio Nsue is 178 cm (5 ft 10 in) tall.
What position does Emilio Nsue play?
Emilio Nsue played as a wing half.
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