Frédéric Gounongbé: profile
Frédéric Gounongbé (born 1 May 1988 in Brussels metropolitan area, Belgium) is a former Beninese footballer who played as a forward.
Gounongbé started out at K.V. Woluwe-Zaventem in 2011. He played for 3 clubs since 2011. His most appearances came at Football Club Molenbeek Brussels Strombeek (2012–2014), where he made 46 appearances and scored 22 goals. Across all recorded club spells he totals 46 appearances and 22 goals.
At international level, Gounongbé represented Benin (2014–present).
Brussels metropolitan area has produced 5 footballers in our database, including Omar El Kaddouri, Mulopo Kudimbana and Benjamin Mokulu.
Nationality explained: Why does Frédéric Gounongbé play for Benin?
Key facts
- Senior international debut
- 2014 (aged about 26)
- Club goals per game
- 0.48 (22 in 46)
- Height
- 190 cm — taller than 88% of Beninese internationals on record
- Latest move
- K.V.C. Westerlo (2014)
- Shares a birthday with
- Marc-Vivien Foé, Jean-Christophe Bahebeck and Sammy Ameobi (more)
Club career
| Years | Club | League | Apps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011–2012 |  K.V. Woluwe-Zaventem |
Belgian Promotion | – | – |
| 2012–2014 | Football Club Molenbeek Brussels Strombeek |
Belgian First Division B | 46 | 22 |
| 2014– | K.V.C. Westerlo |
Belgian Pro League | – | – |
| Total | 46 | 22 |
Appearances and goals are league figures where recorded on Wikidata; “–” means not recorded.
International career
| Years | Team | Level | Caps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014– |  Benin |
Senior | – | – |
Frequently asked questions
How old is Frédéric Gounongbé?
Frédéric Gounongbé was born on 1 May 1988, which makes him 38 years old.
Where was Frédéric Gounongbé born?
Frédéric Gounongbé was born in Brussels metropolitan area, Belgium.
Which national team does Frédéric Gounongbé play for?
Frédéric Gounongbé played international football for Benin.
Which clubs has Frédéric Gounongbé played for?
Frédéric Gounongbé's recorded clubs are K.V. Woluwe-Zaventem, Football Club Molenbeek Brussels Strombeek and K.V.C. Westerlo.
How tall is Frédéric Gounongbé?
Frédéric Gounongbé is 190 cm (6 ft 3 in) tall.
What position does Frédéric Gounongbé play?
Frédéric Gounongbé played as a forward.
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