Réda Johnson: profile
Réda Johnson (born 21 March 1988 in Marseille, France) is a former Beninese footballer who played as a defender.
Johnson made the step into senior football with FC Gueugnon in 2005. He played for 6 clubs in 2 countries since 2005. His most appearances came at Sheffield Wednesday F.C. (2011–2014), where he made 75 appearances and scored 18 goals. Across all recorded club spells he totals 124 appearances and 20 goals.
At international level, Johnson represented Benin (2009–present).
Marseille has produced 91 footballers in our database, including Samir Nasri, Jordan Ayew and Lassad Nouioui.
Nationality explained: Why does Réda Johnson play for Benin?
Key facts
- Senior international debut
- 2009 (aged about 21)
- Countries played in
- 2: France and United Kingdom
- Club goals per game
- 0.16 (20 in 124)
- Latest move
- Coventry City F.C. (2014)
- Shares a birthday with
- Abdeljalil Hadda, Philippe Troussier and Antar Yahia (more)
Club career
| Years | Club | League | Apps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005–2007 |  FC Gueugnon |
Championnat National 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 2007–2009 | Amiens SC |
Ligue 3 | 7 | 0 |
| 2009–2011 |  Plymouth Argyle F.C. |
EFL League One | 42 | 2 |
| 2011–2014 | Sheffield Wednesday F.C. |
EFL League One | 75 | 18 |
| 2014– | Coventry City F.C. |
Premier League | – | – |
| — | Eastleigh F.C. |
National League South | – | – |
| Total | 124 | 20 |
Appearances and goals are league figures where recorded on Wikidata; “–” means not recorded.
International career
| Years | Team | Level | Caps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009– |  Benin |
Senior | – | – |
Frequently asked questions
How old is Réda Johnson?
Réda Johnson was born on 21 March 1988, which makes him 38 years old.
Where was Réda Johnson born?
Réda Johnson was born in Marseille, France.
Which national team does Réda Johnson play for?
Réda Johnson played international football for Benin.
Which clubs has Réda Johnson played for?
Réda Johnson's recorded clubs are FC Gueugnon, Amiens SC, Plymouth Argyle F.C., Sheffield Wednesday F.C., Coventry City F.C. and Eastleigh F.C..
What position does Réda Johnson play?
Réda Johnson played as a defender.
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