Yannick Bolasie

Konžský fotbalista (DRC)

DR Congo Wing half Cruzeiro E.C. Nationality explained

37Age

3Int'l goals*

15Clubs

152Club apps

18Club goals

188Height (cm)

Yannick Bolasie: profile

Yannick Bolasie (born 24 May 1989 in Lyon, France) is a DR Congo footballer who plays as a wing half for Cruzeiro E.C..

Bolasie's senior club career began in 2006 at Hillingdon Borough F.C.. He has played for 15 clubs in 6 countries since 2006. His most appearances came at Plymouth Argyle F.C. (2008–2011), where he made 51 appearances and scored 8 goals. Across all recorded club spells he totals 152 appearances and 18 goals.

At international level, Bolasie has represented DR Congo (2013–present). Our match database lists 3 of his international goals; the first came against Zambia on 18 January 2015 (Africa Cup of Nations).

Lyon has produced 37 footballers in our database, including Houssem Aouar, Bouna Sarr and Pierre Kalulu.

Nationality explained: Why does Yannick Bolasie play for DR Congo?

Key facts

Senior international debut: 2013 (aged about 24)
First international goal: 2015 – aged 25 (match)
Club career: 2006–present (21 seasons)
Countries played in: 6: United Kingdom, Malta, Belgium, Brazil, Turkey and Portugal
Club goals per game: 0.12 (18 in 152)
Height: 188 cm — taller than 89% of DR Congo internationals on record
Latest move: Cruzeiro E.C. (01 Jan 2025)
Shares a birthday with: Adel Taarabt, Anderson Esiti and Cyrille Bayala (more)

Club career

Years	Club	League	Apps	Goals
2006–2007	Hillingdon Borough F.C.	Spartan South Midlands Football League	5	0
2007–2008	Floriana F.C.	Maltese Premier League	24	4
2008–2009	Rushden & Diamonds F.C.	National League	7	0
2008–2011	Plymouth Argyle F.C.	EFL League One	51	8
2009	Barnet F.C.	EFL League Two	20	3
2009–2010	Barnet F.C.	EFL League Two	22	2
2011–2012	Bristol City F.C.	EFL Championship	23	1
2012–2016	Crystal Palace F.C.	Premier League	–	–
2016–	Everton F.C.	Premier League	–	–
2018–2019	Aston Villa F.C.	Premier League	–	–
2019	R.S.C. Anderlecht	Belgian Pro League	–	–
2025–	Cruzeiro E.C.	Campeonato Brasileiro Série A	–	–
—	Middlesbrough F.C.	EFL Championship	–	–
—	Çaykur Rizespor	Süper Lig	–	–
—	Swansea City A.F.C.	EFL Championship	–	–
—	Sporting CP	Primeira Liga	–	–
	Total		152	18

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

International career

Years	Team	Level	Caps	Goals
2013–	DR Congo	Senior	–	–

International goals (3)

#	Date	Match	Min	Competition
1	18 Jan 2015	Zambia 1–1 DR Congo	66	Africa Cup of Nations
2	12 Nov 2015	Burundi 2–3 DR Congo	5	World Cup Qualification
3	13 Nov 2016	Guinea 1–2 DR Congo	57	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 Yannick Bolasie?

Yannick Bolasie was born on 24 May 1989, which makes him 37 years old.

Where was Yannick Bolasie born?

Yannick Bolasie was born in Lyon, France.

Which national team does Yannick Bolasie play for?

Yannick Bolasie plays international football for DR Congo.

Which clubs has Yannick Bolasie played for?

Yannick Bolasie's recorded clubs are Hillingdon Borough F.C., Floriana F.C., Rushden & Diamonds F.C., Plymouth Argyle F.C., Barnet F.C., Bristol City F.C., Crystal Palace F.C., Everton F.C., Aston Villa F.C., R.S.C. Anderlecht, Cruzeiro E.C. and Middlesbrough F.C. among others.

What team does Yannick Bolasie play for now?

According to the latest data, Yannick Bolasie plays for Cruzeiro E.C..

How tall is Yannick Bolasie?

Yannick Bolasie is 188 cm (6 ft 2 in) tall.

What position does Yannick Bolasie play?

Yannick Bolasie plays as a wing half.