Stoppila Sunzu: Career Stats, Clubs, Age & Nationality

Stoppila Sunzu: profile

Stoppila Sunzu (born 22 June 1989 in Chingola, Zambia) is a retired Zambian footballer who played as a defender and midfielder.

Sunzu started out at Konkola Blades F.C. in 2005. He played for 7 clubs in 4 countries since 2005. The busiest spell of his career was at TP Mazembe (2009–2014): 30 appearances and 1 goal. Across all recorded club spells he totals 41 appearances and 2 goals.

At international level, Sunzu represented Zambia (2008–present). Our match database lists 1 of his international goals; the first came against Sudan on 4 February 2012 (Africa Cup of Nations). He also played for Zambia at under-20 level.

Chingola has produced 10 footballers in our database, including Nathan Sinkala, Andrew Sinkala and Toaster Nsabata.

Key facts

Senior international debut: 2008 (aged about 19)
First international goal: 2012 – aged 22 (match)
Countries played in: 4: Zambia, France, DR Congo and People's Republic of China
Club goals per game: 0.05 (2 in 41)
Height: 189 cm — taller than 98% of Zambian internationals on record
Latest move: Shanghai Shenhua F.C. (2015)
Shares a birthday with: Ambroise Oyongo, Djakaridja Koné and Mory Diaw (more)

Club career

Years	Club	League	Apps	Goals
2005–2007	Konkola Blades F.C.	Zambia Super League	–	–
2007–2009	Zanaco F.C.	Zambia Super League	–	–
2008–2009	LB Châteauroux	Championnat National 1	0	0
2009–2014	TP Mazembe	Linafoot	30	1
2014	FC Sochaux-Montbéliard	Ligue 2	–	–
2015	Shanghai Shenhua F.C.	Chinese Super League	11	1
2015–	Lille OSC	Ligue 1	–	–
	Total		41	2

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

International career

Years	Team	Level	Caps	Goals
2007	Zambia U20	Under-20	–	–
2008–	Zambia	Senior	–	–

International goals (1)

#	Date	Match	Min	Competition
1	4 Feb 2012	Zambia 3–0 Sudan	15	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 Stoppila Sunzu?

Stoppila Sunzu was born on 22 June 1989, which makes him 37 years old.

Where was Stoppila Sunzu born?

Stoppila Sunzu was born in Chingola, Zambia.

Which national team does Stoppila Sunzu play for?

Stoppila Sunzu played international football for Zambia.

Which clubs has Stoppila Sunzu played for?

Stoppila Sunzu's recorded clubs are Konkola Blades F.C., Zanaco F.C., LB Châteauroux, TP Mazembe, FC Sochaux-Montbéliard, Shanghai Shenhua F.C. and Lille OSC.

How tall is Stoppila Sunzu?

Stoppila Sunzu is 189 cm (6 ft 2 in) tall.

What position does Stoppila Sunzu play?

Stoppila Sunzu played as a defender and midfielder.