Joël Kiassumbua: profile
Joël Kiassumbua (born 6 April 1992 in Switzerland) is a former DR Congo footballer who played as a goalkeeper.
Kiassumbua made the step into senior football with FC Luzern in 2010. He played for 4 clubs between 2010 and 2012. His most appearances came at FC Luzern (2010–2011), where he made 6 appearances and scored 0 goals. Across all recorded club spells he totals 14 appearances and 0 goals.
At international level, Kiassumbua represented DR Congo (2015–present). Before committing to DR Congo, he had represented Switzerland U16, Switzerland U17 and Switzerland U18.
Switzerland has produced 3 footballers in our database, including Jean-Claude Mukanya and Steven Ukoh.
Nationality explained: Why does Joël Kiassumbua play for DR Congo?
Key facts
- Senior international debut
- 2015 (aged about 23)
- Club career
- 2010–2012 (3 seasons)
- Height
- 190 cm — taller than 95% of DR Congo internationals on record
- Latest move
- FC Wohlen (2012)
- Shares a birthday with
- Siboniso Gaxa, Fatau Dauda and Ibrahim Amadou (more)
Club career
| Years | Club | League | Apps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010–2011 |  FC Luzern |
Swiss Super League | 6 | 0 |
| 2011 | SC Kriens |
Challenge League | 0 | 0 |
| 2011–2012 | FC Rapperswil-Jona |
1. Liga Classic | 5 | 0 |
| 2012 | FC Wohlen |
Challenge League | 3 | 0 |
| Total | 14 | 0 |
Appearances and goals are league figures where recorded on Wikidata; “–” means not recorded.
International career
| Years | Team | Level | Caps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007–2008 | Switzerland U16 |
Under-16 | 5 | 0 |
| 2008–2009 | Switzerland U17 |
Under-17 | 4 | 0 |
| 2009–2010 | Switzerland U18 |
Under-18 | 2 | 0 |
| 2015– |  DR Congo |
Senior | – | – |
Frequently asked questions
How old is Joël Kiassumbua?
Joël Kiassumbua was born on 6 April 1992, which makes him 34 years old.
Where was Joël Kiassumbua born?
Joël Kiassumbua was born in Switzerland.
Which national team does Joël Kiassumbua play for?
Joël Kiassumbua played international football for DR Congo.
Which clubs has Joël Kiassumbua played for?
Joël Kiassumbua's recorded clubs are FC Luzern, SC Kriens, FC Rapperswil-Jona and FC Wohlen.
How tall is Joël Kiassumbua?
Joël Kiassumbua is 190 cm (6 ft 3 in) tall.
What position does Joël Kiassumbua play?
Joël Kiassumbua played as a goalkeeper.
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