William N'Gounou: profile
William N'Gounou (born 31 July 1983 in Bangangté, Cameroon) is a former Nigerien footballer who played as a forward.
N'Gounou's senior club career began in 2000 at Kadji Sports Academy. He played for 5 clubs in 3 countries between 2000 and 2013. The busiest spell of his career was at FC Rosengård 1917 (2008–2010): 53 appearances and 18 goals. Across all recorded club spells he totals 92 appearances and 24 goals.
At international level, N'Gounou represented Niger (2011–2013), earning 17 caps and scoring 2 goals. Our match database lists 1 of his international goals; the first came against Tunisia on 27 January 2012 (Africa Cup of Nations).
Bangangté has produced 5 footballers in our database, including Augustine Simo, Guy Noël Tapoko and Ernest Thierry Anang.
Eligibility explained: Why does William N'Gounou play for Niger?
Key facts
- Senior international debut
- 2011 (aged about 28)
- First international goal
- 2012 – aged 28 (match)
- Club career
- 2000–2013 (14 seasons)
- Countries played in
- 3: Cameroon, Niger and Sweden
- Club goals per game
- 0.26 (24 in 92)
- Height
- 178 cm — taller than 27% of Nigerien internationals on record
- Latest move
- KSF Prespa Birlik (2013)
- Shares a birthday with
- Kévin Malcuit, Johanna Omolo and Yamba Asha (more)
Club career
| Years | Club | League | Apps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000–2003 |  Kadji Sports Academy |
Elite One | – | – |
| 2004–2007 |  AS FAN Niamey |
Niger Premier League | – | – |
| 2008–2010 |  FC Rosengård 1917 |
Ettan Fotboll | 53 | 18 |
| 2011–2012 | IF Limhamn Bunkeflo |
Swedish Football Division 3 | 39 | 6 |
| 2013 | KSF Prespa Birlik |
Ettan Fotboll | – | – |
| Total | 92 | 24 |
Appearances and goals are league figures where recorded on Wikidata; “–” means not recorded.
International career
| Years | Team | Level | Caps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011–2013 | Niger |
Senior | 17 | 2 |
International goals (1)
| # | Date | Match | Min | Competition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 27 Jan 2012 | Niger 1–2 Tunisia | 9 | 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 William N'Gounou?
William N'Gounou was born on 31 July 1983, which makes him 43 years old.
Where was William N'Gounou born?
William N'Gounou was born in Bangangté, Cameroon.
Which national team does William N'Gounou play for?
William N'Gounou played international football for Niger. He has 17 caps and 2 goals on record.
Which clubs has William N'Gounou played for?
William N'Gounou's recorded clubs are Kadji Sports Academy, AS FAN Niamey, FC Rosengård 1917, IF Limhamn Bunkeflo and KSF Prespa Birlik.
How tall is William N'Gounou?
William N'Gounou is 178 cm (5 ft 10 in) tall.
What position does William N'Gounou play?
William N'Gounou played as a forward.
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