Kelly Youga: Career Stats, Clubs, Age & Nationality

Kelly Youga: profile

Kelly Youga (born 22 September 1985 in Bangui, Central African Republic) is a former Central African footballer who played as a defender.

Youga made the step into senior football with Olympique Lyonnais Reserves and Academy in 2004. He played for 9 clubs in 2 countries since 2004. His most appearances came at Charlton Athletic F.C. (2005–2011), where he made 69 appearances and scored 1 goal. Across all recorded club spells he totals 135 appearances and 3 goals.

At international level, Youga represented Central African Republic (2012–present).

Bangui has produced 38 footballers in our database, including Mapou Yanga-Mbiwa, Foxi Kéthévoama and Goduine Koyalipou.

Nationality explained: Why does Kelly Youga play for Central African Republic?

Key facts

Senior international debut: 2012 (aged about 27)
Countries played in: 2: France and United Kingdom
Club goals per game: 0.02 (3 in 135)
Height: 185 cm — taller than 48% of Central African internationals on record
Latest move: Yeovil Town F.C. (2012)
Shares a birthday with: Henok Goitom, Pyry Soiri and Yassine Chikhaoui (more)

Club career

Years	Club	League	Apps	Goals
2004–2005	Olympique Lyonnais Reserves and Academy	Championnat National 1	27	1
2005	Bristol City F.C.	EFL Championship	4	0
2005–2011	Charlton Athletic F.C.	EFL Championship	69	1
2007	Bradford City A.F.C.	EFL League One	11	0
2007–2008	Scunthorpe United F.C.	National League	23	1
2012	Yeovil Town F.C.	National League	1	0
—	AFC Wimbledon	EFL League One	–	–
—	Ipswich Town F.C.	Premier League	–	–
—	Olympique Lyonnais	Ligue 1	–	–
	Total		135	3

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

International career

Years	Team	Level	Caps	Goals
2012–	Central African Republic	Senior	–	–

Frequently asked questions

How old is Kelly Youga?

Kelly Youga was born on 22 September 1985, which makes him 41 years old.

Where was Kelly Youga born?

Kelly Youga was born in Bangui, Central African Republic.

Which national team does Kelly Youga play for?

Kelly Youga played international football for Central African Republic.

Which clubs has Kelly Youga played for?

Kelly Youga's recorded clubs are Olympique Lyonnais Reserves and Academy, Bristol City F.C., Charlton Athletic F.C., Bradford City A.F.C., Scunthorpe United F.C., Yeovil Town F.C., AFC Wimbledon, Ipswich Town F.C. and Olympique Lyonnais.

How tall is Kelly Youga?

Kelly Youga is 185 cm (6 ft 1 in) tall.

What position does Kelly Youga play?

Kelly Youga played as a defender.