Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang
Gabonese-French footballer (born 1989)
Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang: profile
Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang (born 18 June 1989 in Laval, France) is a Gabonese footballer who plays as a centre-forward for Deportivo de A Coruña.
Aubameyang started out at Stade Lavallois in 1999. He has played for 13 clubs in 7 countries since 1999. The busiest spell of his career was at Borussia Dortmund (2013–2018): 144 appearances and 98 goals. Across all recorded club spells he totals 562 appearances and 276 goals.
At international level, Aubameyang has represented Gabon (2009–2026), earning 86 caps and scoring 40 goals. Our match database lists 21 of his international goals; the first came against Mozambique on 11 October 1992 (World Cup Qualification). He also played for Gabon at under-23 level. Before committing to Gabon, he had represented France U21.
Laval has produced 9 footballers in our database, including Ousmane Dabo, Kevin Tapoko and Dembo Sylla.
Eligibility explained: Why does Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang play for Gabon?
Key facts
- Senior international debut
- 2009 (aged about 20)
- First international goal
- 1992 – aged 3 (match)
- Club career
- 1999–present (28 seasons)
- Countries played in
- 7: France, Italy, Monaco, Germany, United Kingdom, Spain and Saudi Arabia
- Club goals per game
- 0.49 (276 in 562)
- Height
- 187 cm — taller than 92% of Gabonese internationals on record
- Latest move
- Deportivo de A Coruña (2026)
- Shares a birthday with
- Islam Slimani, Amine Harit and Nadir Belhadj (more)
Club career
| Years | Club | League | Apps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999–2001 |  Stade Lavallois |
Ligue 2 | – | – |
| 2007–2011 |  AC Milan |
Serie A | 0 | 0 |
| 2008–2009 | Dijon FCO |
Ligue 2 | 34 | 8 |
| 2009–2010 | Lille OSC |
Ligue 1 | 14 | 2 |
| 2010–2011 |  AS Monaco FC |
Ligue 1 | 19 | 2 |
| 2011–2013 | AS Saint-Étienne |
Ligue 2 | 87 | 37 |
| 2013–2018 |  Borussia Dortmund |
Bundesliga | 144 | 98 |
| 2018–2022 |  Arsenal F.C. |
Premier League | 128 | 68 |
| 2022 |  FC Barcelona |
La Liga | 18 | 11 |
| 2022–2023 | Chelsea F.C. |
Premier League | 15 | 1 |
| 2023–2024 | Olympique de Marseille |
Ligue 1 | 34 | 17 |
| 2024–2025 |  Al Qadsiah FC |
Saudi Pro League | 32 | 17 |
| 2025–2026 | Olympique de Marseille |
Ligue 1 | 30 | 10 |
| 2026– | Deportivo de A Coruña |
La Liga | 7 | 5 |
| Total | 562 | 276 |
Appearances and goals are league figures where recorded on Wikidata; “–” means not recorded.
International career
| Years | Team | Level | Caps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | France U21 |
Under-21 | 1 | 0 |
| 2009–2026 |  Gabon |
Senior | 86 | 40 |
| 2012 | Gabon U23 |
Under-23 | 3 | 1 |
International goals (21)
| # | Date | Match | Min | Competition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 11 Oct 1992 | Gabon 3–1 Mozambique | 75 | World Cup Qualification |
| 2 | 28 Mar 2009 | Morocco 1–2 Gabon | 34 | World Cup Qualification |
| 3 | 23 Jan 2012 | Gabon 2–0 Niger | 31 | Africa Cup of Nations |
| 4 | 27 Jan 2012 | Gabon 3–2 Morocco | 76 | Africa Cup of Nations |
| 5 | 31 Jan 2012 | Gabon 1–0 Tunisia | 61 | Africa Cup of Nations |
| 6 | 15 Jun 2013 | Gabon 4–1 Niger | 42 (pen) | World Cup Qualification |
| 7 | 15 Jun 2013 | Gabon 4–1 Niger | 87 (pen) | World Cup Qualification |
| 8 | 15 Jun 2013 | Gabon 4–1 Niger | 90 (pen) | World Cup Qualification |
| 9 | 17 Jan 2015 | Burkina Faso 0–2 Gabon | 19 | Africa Cup of Nations |
| 10 | 14 Jan 2017 | Gabon 1–1 Guinea-Bissau | 52 | Africa Cup of Nations |
| 11 | 18 Jan 2017 | Gabon 1–1 Burkina Faso | 38 (pen) | Africa Cup of Nations |
| 12 | 11 Oct 2021 | Gabon 2–0 Angola | 74 | World Cup Qualification |
| 13 | 12 Nov 2021 | Gabon 1–0 Libya | 54 (pen) | World Cup Qualification |
| 14 | 11 Jun 2024 | Gabon 3–2 Gambia | 70 | World Cup Qualification |
| 15 | 23 Mar 2025 | Kenya 1–2 Gabon | 16 | World Cup Qualification |
| 16 | 23 Mar 2025 | Kenya 1–2 Gabon | 52 (pen) | World Cup Qualification |
| 17 | 10 Oct 2025 | Gambia 3–4 Gabon | 20 | World Cup Qualification |
| 18 | 10 Oct 2025 | Gambia 3–4 Gabon | 42 | World Cup Qualification |
| 19 | 10 Oct 2025 | Gambia 3–4 Gabon | 62 | World Cup Qualification |
| 20 | 10 Oct 2025 | Gambia 3–4 Gabon | 76 | World Cup Qualification |
| 21 | 28 Dec 2025 | Gabon 2–3 Mozambique | 45 | Africa Cup of Nations |
*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 Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang?
Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang was born on 18 June 1989, which makes him 37 years old.
Where was Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang born?
Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang was born in Laval, France.
Which national team does Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang play for?
Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang plays international football for Gabon. He has 86 caps and 40 goals on record.
Which clubs has Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang played for?
Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang's recorded clubs are Stade Lavallois, AC Milan, Dijon FCO, Lille OSC, AS Monaco FC, AS Saint-Étienne, Borussia Dortmund, Arsenal F.C., FC Barcelona, Chelsea F.C., Olympique de Marseille and Al Qadsiah FC among others.
What team does Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang play for now?
According to the latest data, Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang plays for Deportivo de A Coruña.
How tall is Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang?
Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang is 187 cm (6 ft 2 in) tall.
What position does Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang play?
Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang plays as a centre-forward.
Gabonese players of the same generation
Frédéric BulotGabon · b. 1990
Bruno Ecuele MangaGabon · Dijon FCO
Willy AubameyangGabon · b. 1987
Lévy MadindaGabon · b. 1992
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Lloyd PalunGabon · SC Bastia
Malick EvounaGabon · C.D. Santa Clara
Alexander NdoumbouGabon · b. 1992
Aaron AppindangoyéGabon · b. 1992
Anthony Mfa MezuiGabon · b. 1991
Yrondu Musavu-KingGabon · b. 1992
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Benjamin Zé OndoGabon · b. 1987
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Cédric BoussoughouGabon · b. 1991