Louis Mafouta
French association football player
Louis Mafouta: profile
Louis Mafouta (born 2 July 1994 in Beaumont-sur-Oise, France) is a Central African footballer who plays as a forward for Neuchâtel Xamax FCS.
Mafouta's senior club career began in 2013 at A.S. Saint-Ouen-l'Aumône. He has played for 6 clubs in 3 countries since 2013. His most appearances came at A.S. Saint-Ouen-l'Aumône (2013–2016), where he made 51 appearances and scored 10 goals. Across all recorded club spells he totals 105 appearances and 39 goals.
At international level, Mafouta has represented Central African Republic (2017–present). Our match database lists 3 of his international goals; the first came against Ghana on 10 June 2024 (World Cup Qualification).
Beaumont-sur-Oise has produced 5 footballers in our database, including Presnel Kimpembe, Mohamed-Amine Bouchenna and Lassana Doucoure.
Nationality explained: Why does Louis Mafouta play for Central African Republic?
Key facts
- Senior international debut
- 2017 (aged about 23)
- First international goal
- 2024 – aged 29 (match)
- Club career
- 2013–present (14 seasons)
- Countries played in
- 3: France, Greece and Switzerland
- Club goals per game
- 0.37 (39 in 105)
- Height
- 181 cm — taller than 38% of Central African internationals on record
- Latest move
- Neuchâtel Xamax FCS (2020)
- Shares a birthday with
- Baba Rahman, Kossi Agassa and Yassine Meriah (more)
Club career
| Years | Club | League | Apps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013–2016 |  A.S. Saint-Ouen-l'Aumône |
51 | 10 | |
| 2016–2017 |  Panserraikos F.C. |
Super League Greece 2 | 6 | 1 |
| 2017–2018 | FC Chambly |
Ligue 3 | 2 | 0 |
| 2017–2018 | U.S. municipale senlisienne |
Championnat National 3 | 19 | 11 |
| 2018–2020 | Racing Club de Grasse |
Championnat National 3 | 27 | 17 |
| 2020– |  Neuchâtel Xamax FCS |
Challenge League | – | – |
| Total | 105 | 39 |
Appearances and goals are league figures where recorded on Wikidata; “–” means not recorded.
International career
| Years | Team | Level | Caps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017– |  Central African Republic |
Senior | – | – |
International goals (3)
| # | Date | Match | Min | Competition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 10 Jun 2024 | Ghana 4–3 Central African Republic | 11 | World Cup Qualification |
| 2 | 10 Jun 2024 | Ghana 4–3 Central African Republic | 41 | World Cup Qualification |
| 3 | 10 Jun 2024 | Ghana 4–3 Central African Republic | 90 | 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 Louis Mafouta?
Louis Mafouta was born on 2 July 1994, which makes him 32 years old.
Where was Louis Mafouta born?
Louis Mafouta was born in Beaumont-sur-Oise, France.
Which national team does Louis Mafouta play for?
Louis Mafouta plays international football for Central African Republic.
Which clubs has Louis Mafouta played for?
Louis Mafouta's recorded clubs are A.S. Saint-Ouen-l'Aumône, Panserraikos F.C., FC Chambly, U.S. municipale senlisienne, Racing Club de Grasse and Neuchâtel Xamax FCS.
What team does Louis Mafouta play for now?
According to the latest data, Louis Mafouta plays for Neuchâtel Xamax FCS.
How tall is Louis Mafouta?
Louis Mafouta is 181 cm (5 ft 11 in) tall.
What position does Louis Mafouta play?
Louis Mafouta plays as a forward.
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