Francis Kasonde: Career Stats, Clubs, Age & Nationality

Francis Kasonde: profile

Francis Kasonde (born 1 September 1986 in Kitwe, Zambia) is a former Zambian footballer who played as a defender.

Kasonde made the step into senior football with ZESCO United F.C. in 2004. He played for 7 clubs in 6 countries since 2004. His most appearances came at Al Hazem SC (2010–2011), where he made 25 appearances and scored 1 goal. Across all recorded club spells he totals 32 appearances and 1 goal.

At international level, Kasonde represented Zambia (2005–2012). Our match database lists 1 of his international goals; the first came against Egypt on 29 March 2009 (World Cup Qualification).

Kitwe has produced 23 footballers in our database, including Jacob Mulenga, Rainford Kalaba and Isaac Chansa.

Key facts

Senior international debut: 2005 (aged about 19)
First international goal: 2009 – aged 22 (match)
Countries played in: 6: Zambia, Oman, Saudi Arabia, DR Congo, Israel and India
Club goals per game: 0.03 (1 in 32)
Height: 182 cm — taller than 78% of Zambian internationals on record
Latest move: Salgaocar FC (2015)
Shares a birthday with: Munir El Haddadi, Mario Lemina and Sammy Adjei (more)

Club career

Years	Club	League	Apps	Goals
2004	ZESCO United F.C.	Zambia Super League	–	–
2005–2009	Power Dynamos F.C.	Zambia Super League	–	–
2009–2010	Al-Suwaiq Club	Oman Professional League	–	–
2010	Power Dynamos F.C.	Zambia Super League	–	–
2010–2011	Al Hazem SC	Saudi First Division League	25	1
2011	Power Dynamos F.C.	Zambia Super League	–	–
2011–	TP Mazembe	Linafoot	–	–
2012–2014	TP Mazembe	Linafoot	–	–
2014	Hapoel Ra'anana A.F.C.	Liga Leumit	7	0
2015–	Salgaocar FC	Goa Professional League	–	–
	Total		32	1

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

International career

Years	Team	Level	Caps	Goals
2005–2012	Zambia	Senior	–	–

International goals (1)

#	Date	Match	Min	Competition
1	29 Mar 2009	Egypt 1–1 Zambia	56	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 Francis Kasonde?

Francis Kasonde was born on 1 September 1986, which makes him 40 years old.

Where was Francis Kasonde born?

Francis Kasonde was born in Kitwe, Zambia.

Which national team does Francis Kasonde play for?

Francis Kasonde played international football for Zambia.

Which clubs has Francis Kasonde played for?

Francis Kasonde's recorded clubs are ZESCO United F.C., Power Dynamos F.C., Al-Suwaiq Club, Al Hazem SC, TP Mazembe, Hapoel Ra'anana A.F.C. and Salgaocar FC.

How tall is Francis Kasonde?

Francis Kasonde is 182 cm (5 ft 12 in) tall.

What position does Francis Kasonde play?

Francis Kasonde played as a defender.