Leon Balogun: Career Stats, Clubs, Age & Nationality

Leon Balogun: profile

Leon Balogun (born 28 June 1988 in Berlin, Germany) is a former Nigerian footballer who played as a centre-back.

Balogun made the step into senior football with Hertha Zehlendorf in 2006. He played for 8 clubs since 2006. His most appearances came at SV Werder Bremen II (2010–2012), where he made 49 appearances and scored 4 goals. Across all recorded club spells he totals 171 appearances and 13 goals.

At international level, Balogun represented Nigeria (2014–present). Our match database lists 1 of his international goals; the first came against Central African Republic on 10 October 2021 (World Cup Qualification).

Berlin has produced 20 footballers in our database, including Karim Bellarabi, Ibrahim Maza and Änis Ben-Hatira.

Nationality explained: Why does Leon Balogun play for Nigeria?

Key facts

Senior international debut: 2014 (aged about 26)
First international goal: 2021 – aged 33 (match)
Club goals per game: 0.08 (13 in 171)
Height: 190 cm — taller than 90% of Nigerian internationals on record
Latest move: 1. FSV Mainz 05 (2015)
Shares a birthday with: Hans Sarpei, Adama Traoré and Phil Masinga (more)

Club career

Years	Club	League	Apps	Goals
2006–2007	Hertha Zehlendorf	Berlin-Liga	7	0
2007–2008	Türkiyemspor Berlin	Berlin-Liga	29	4
2008–2010	Hannover 96	2. Bundesliga	34	1
2010–2012	SV Werder Bremen	Bundesliga	3	0
2010–2012	SV Werder Bremen II	3. Liga	49	4
2012–2014	Fortuna Düsseldorf	3. Liga	28	0
2014–2015	SV Darmstadt 98	2. Bundesliga	21	4
2015–	1. FSV Mainz 05	Bundesliga	–	–
	Total		171	13

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

International career

Years	Team	Level	Caps	Goals
2014–	Nigeria	Senior	–	–

International goals (1)

#	Date	Match	Min	Competition
1	10 Oct 2021	Central African Republic 0–2 Nigeria	29	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 Leon Balogun?

Leon Balogun was born on 28 June 1988, which makes him 38 years old.

Where was Leon Balogun born?

Leon Balogun was born in Berlin, Germany.

Which national team does Leon Balogun play for?

Leon Balogun played international football for Nigeria.

Which clubs has Leon Balogun played for?

Leon Balogun's recorded clubs are Hertha Zehlendorf, Türkiyemspor Berlin, Hannover 96, SV Werder Bremen, SV Werder Bremen II, Fortuna Düsseldorf, SV Darmstadt 98 and 1. FSV Mainz 05.

How tall is Leon Balogun?

Leon Balogun is 190 cm (6 ft 3 in) tall.

What position does Leon Balogun play?

Leon Balogun played as a centre-back.