Lauren: profile
Lauren (born 19 January 1977 in Londji I, Cameroon) is a former Cameroonian footballer who played as a defender and full-back.
Lauren made the step into senior football with CD Utrera in 1995. He played for 7 clubs in 2 countries between 1995 and 2010. The busiest spell of his career was at Arsenal F.C. (2000–2006): 159 appearances and 7 goals. Across all recorded club spells he totals 333 appearances and 25 goals.
At international level, Lauren represented Cameroon (1997–2002). Our match database lists 1 of his international goals; the first came against Libya on 22 April 2001 (World Cup Qualification). He also played for Cameroon at under-23 level.
Eligibility explained: Why does Lauren play for Cameroon?
Key facts
- Senior international debut
- 1997 (aged about 20)
- First international goal
- 2001 – aged 24 (match)
- Club career
- 1995–2010 (16 seasons)
- Countries played in
- 2: Spain and United Kingdom
- Club goals per game
- 0.08 (25 in 333)
- Height
- 180 cm — taller than 44% of Cameroonian internationals on record
- Latest move
- Córdoba CF (2010)
- Shares a birthday with
- João Mário, Moussa Sow and Ilaix Moriba (more)
Club career
| Years | Club | League | Apps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995–1996 |  CD Utrera |
Tercera División | 30 | 5 |
| 1996–1997 | FC barcelona |
Segunda División B | 17 | 3 |
| 1997–1998 | Levante UD |
La Liga | 34 | 6 |
| 1998–2000 | RCD Mallorca |
LaLiga 2 | 63 | 4 |
| 2000–2006 |  Arsenal F.C. |
Premier League | 159 | 7 |
| 2006–2009 | Portsmouth F.C. |
EFL Championship | 25 | 0 |
| 2010 | Córdoba CF |
LaLiga 2 | 5 | 0 |
| Total | 333 | 25 |
Appearances and goals are league figures where recorded on Wikidata; “–” means not recorded.
International career
| Years | Team | Level | Caps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997–2002 |  Cameroon |
Senior | – | – |
| 2000 | Cameroon U23 |
Under-23 | 6 | 3 |
International goals (1)
| # | Date | Match | Min | Competition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 22 Apr 2001 | Cameroon 1–0 Libya | 78 | 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 Lauren?
Lauren was born on 19 January 1977, which makes him 49 years old.
Where was Lauren born?
Lauren was born in Londji I, Cameroon.
Which national team does Lauren play for?
Lauren played international football for Cameroon.
Which clubs has Lauren played for?
Lauren's recorded clubs are CD Utrera, FC barcelona, Levante UD, RCD Mallorca, Arsenal F.C., Portsmouth F.C. and Córdoba CF.
How tall is Lauren?
Lauren is 180 cm (5 ft 11 in) tall.
What position does Lauren play?
Lauren played as a defender and full-back.
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