Kevin-Prince Boateng: Career Stats, Clubs, Age & Nationality

Kevin-Prince Boateng: profile

Kevin-Prince Boateng (born 6 March 1987 in West Berlin, West Germany) is a former Ghanaian footballer who played as a forward and midfielder.

Boateng's senior club career began in 2004 at Hertha BSC II. He played for 15 clubs in 5 countries between 2004 and 2023. His most appearances came at AC Milan (2010–2013), where he made 100 appearances and scored 17 goals. Across all recorded club spells he totals 442 appearances and 65 goals.

At international level, Boateng represented Ghana (2010–2014), earning 15 caps and scoring 2 goals. Our match database lists 2 of his international goals; the first came against United States on 26 June 2010 (FIFA World Cup). Before committing to Ghana, he had represented Germany U17, Germany U19, Germany U20 and Germany U21.

Nationality explained: Why does Kevin-Prince Boateng play for Ghana?

Key facts

Senior international debut: 2010 (aged about 23)
First international goal: 2010 – aged 23 (match)
Club career: 2004–2023 (20 seasons)
Countries played in: 5: Germany, United Kingdom, Italy, Spain and Turkey
Club goals per game: 0.15 (65 in 442)
Height: 186 cm — taller than 87% of Ghanaian internationals on record
Latest move: Hertha BSC (23 Jun 2021)
Shares a birthday with: Shabani Nonda, Iliman Ndiaye and Alfred N'Diaye (more)

Club career

Years	Club	League	Apps	Goals
2004–2007	Hertha BSC II	Regionalliga Nordost	29	5
2005–2007	Hertha BSC	2. Bundesliga	42	4
2007–2009	Tottenham Hotspur F.C.	Premier League	14	0
2009	Borussia Dortmund	Bundesliga	10	0
2009–2010	Portsmouth F.C.	EFL Championship	22	3
2010	Genoa CFC	Serie A	0	0
2010–2013	AC Milan	Serie A	100	17
2013–2015	Schalke 04	Bundesliga	46	6
2016	AC Milan	Serie A	14	1
2016–2017	UD Las Palmas	LaLiga 2	28	10
2017–2018	Eintracht Frankfurt	Bundesliga	31	6
2018–2019	US Sassuolo Calcio	Serie A	13	4
2019	FC Barcelona	La Liga	4	0
2019–2020	ACF Fiorentina	Serie A	15	1
2020	Beşiktaş J.K.	Süper Lig	11	3
2020–2021	AC Monza	Serie A	25	5
2021–2023	Hertha BSC	2. Bundesliga	38	0
	Total		442	65

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

International career

Years	Team	Level	Caps	Goals
2003–2004	Germany U17	Under-17	10	1
2004–2005	Germany U19	Under-19	12	7
2006	Germany U20	Under-20	2	0
2006–2009	Germany U21	Under-21	6	0
2010–2014	Ghana	Senior	15	2

International goals (2)

#	Date	Match	Min	Competition
1	26 Jun 2010	United States 1–2 Ghana	5	FIFA World Cup
2	19 Nov 2013	Egypt 2–1 Ghana	88	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 Kevin-Prince Boateng?

Kevin-Prince Boateng was born on 6 March 1987, which makes him 39 years old.

Where was Kevin-Prince Boateng born?

Kevin-Prince Boateng was born in West Berlin, West Germany.

Which national team does Kevin-Prince Boateng play for?

Kevin-Prince Boateng played international football for Ghana. He has 15 caps and 2 goals on record.

Which clubs has Kevin-Prince Boateng played for?

Kevin-Prince Boateng's recorded clubs are Hertha BSC II, Hertha BSC, Tottenham Hotspur F.C., Borussia Dortmund, Portsmouth F.C., Genoa CFC, AC Milan, Schalke 04, UD Las Palmas, Eintracht Frankfurt, US Sassuolo Calcio and FC Barcelona among others.

How tall is Kevin-Prince Boateng?

Kevin-Prince Boateng is 186 cm (6 ft 1 in) tall.

What position does Kevin-Prince Boateng play?

Kevin-Prince Boateng played as a forward and midfielder.