Michél Mazingu-Dinzey
Democratic Republic of the Congo footballer
Michél Mazingu-Dinzey: profile
Michél Mazingu-Dinzey (born 15 October 1972 in Berlin, Germany) is a retired DR Congo footballer who played as a midfielder.
Mazingu-Dinzey made the step into senior football with Lichterfelder FC in 1992. He played for 9 clubs in 2 countries between 1992 and 2008. His most appearances came at FC St. Pauli (2004–2007), where he made 88 appearances and scored 24 goals. Across all recorded club spells he totals 385 appearances and 72 goals.
At international level, Mazingu-Dinzey represented DR Congo (1996–2004), earning 33 caps and scoring 3 goals. Our match database lists 1 of his international goals; the first came against Djibouti on 23 April 2000 (World Cup Qualification).
Berlin has produced 20 footballers in our database, including Karim Bellarabi, Leon Balogun and Ibrahim Maza.
Nationality explained: Why does Michél Mazingu-Dinzey play for DR Congo?
Key facts
- Senior international debut
- 1996 (aged about 24)
- First international goal
- 2000 – aged 27 (match)
- Club career
- 1992–2008 (17 seasons)
- Countries played in
- 2: Germany and Norway
- Club goals per game
- 0.19 (72 in 385)
- Height
- 180 cm — taller than 54% of DR Congo internationals on record
- Latest move
- Holstein Kiel (2007)
- Shares a birthday with
- Serge Akakpo, Ola Kamara and Alex Nyarko (more)
Club career
| Years | Club | League | Apps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1992–1994 |  Lichterfelder FC |
NOFV-Oberliga | 68 | 17 |
| 1994–1995 | VfB Stuttgart |
Bundesliga | 14 | 0 |
| 1995–1996 | FC St. Pauli |
2. Bundesliga | 31 | 5 |
| 1996–1998 | Hertha BSC |
2. Bundesliga | 60 | 6 |
| 1998–2000 | TSV 1860 München |
3. Liga | 15 | 1 |
| 2000–2002 | Hannover 96 |
2. Bundesliga | 13 | 2 |
| 2001 |  Vålerenga Fotball |
Eliteserien | 10 | 1 |
| 2001–2002 | Vålerenga Fotball |
Eliteserien | 10 | 1 |
| 2002–2004 | Eintracht Braunschweig |
2. Bundesliga | 66 | 14 |
| 2004–2007 | FC St. Pauli |
2. Bundesliga | 88 | 24 |
| 2007–2008 | Holstein Kiel |
2. Bundesliga | 10 | 1 |
| Total | 385 | 72 |
Appearances and goals are league figures where recorded on Wikidata; “–” means not recorded.
International career
| Years | Team | Level | Caps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996–2004 |  DR Congo |
Senior | 33 | 3 |
International goals (1)
| # | Date | Match | Min | Competition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 23 Apr 2000 | DR Congo 9–1 Djibouti | 52 | 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 Michél Mazingu-Dinzey?
Michél Mazingu-Dinzey was born on 15 October 1972, which makes him 54 years old.
Where was Michél Mazingu-Dinzey born?
Michél Mazingu-Dinzey was born in Berlin, Germany.
Which national team does Michél Mazingu-Dinzey play for?
Michél Mazingu-Dinzey played international football for DR Congo. He has 33 caps and 3 goals on record.
Which clubs has Michél Mazingu-Dinzey played for?
Michél Mazingu-Dinzey's recorded clubs are Lichterfelder FC, VfB Stuttgart, FC St. Pauli, Hertha BSC, TSV 1860 München, Hannover 96, Vålerenga Fotball, Eintracht Braunschweig and Holstein Kiel.
How tall is Michél Mazingu-Dinzey?
Michél Mazingu-Dinzey is 180 cm (5 ft 11 in) tall.
What position does Michél Mazingu-Dinzey play?
Michél Mazingu-Dinzey played as a midfielder.
DR Congo players of the same generation
Andre Kona N'GoleDR Congo · b. 1970
E
Eddy Bembuana-KeveDR Congo · b. 1972
M
Mutamba KabongoDR Congo · b. 1970
K
Kabwe KasongoDR Congo · b. 1970
B
Bunene NgaduaneDR Congo · b. 1972
C
Cyrille Mubiala kitambalaDR Congo · b. 1974
F
Francis ChansaDR Congo · b. 1974
J
Jean-Paul Boeka-LisasiDR Congo · b. 1974
J
Jerry TondeluaDR Congo · b. 1975