TanzaniaYussuf Poulsen: profile
Yussuf Poulsen (born 15 June 1994 in Copenhagen, Denmark) is a Tanzanian footballer who plays as a forward for Hamburger SV.
Poulsen started out at Lyngby Boldklub in 2011. He has played for 3 clubs in 2 countries since 2011. The busiest spell of his career was at RB Leipzig (2013–2025): 330 appearances and 77 goals. Across all recorded club spells he totals 384 appearances and 91 goals.
At international level, Poulsen has represented Denmark (2013–2024), earning 86 caps and scoring 14 goals.
Copenhagen has produced 14 footballers in our database, including Mathias Jørgensen, Anis Ben Slimane and Francis Dickoh.
Key facts
- Club career
- 2011–present (16 seasons)
- Countries played in
- 2: Denmark and Germany
- Club goals per game
- 0.24 (91 in 384)
- Latest move
- Hamburger SV (2025)
- Shares a birthday with
- Mohamed Salah, Iñaki Williams and John Paintsil (more)
Club career
| Years | Club | League | Apps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011–2013 |  Lyngby Boldklub |
Danish Superliga | 35 | 11 |
| 2013–2025 |  RB Leipzig |
Bundesliga | 330 | 77 |
| 2025– | Hamburger SV |
Bundesliga | 19 | 3 |
| Total | 384 | 91 |
Appearances and goals are league figures where recorded on Wikidata; “–” means not recorded.
International career
| Years | Team | Level | Caps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | Denmark U16 |
Under-16 | 1 | 0 |
| 2010–2011 | Denmark U17 |
Under-17 | 19 | 2 |
| 2011–2012 | Denmark U18 |
Under-18 | 7 | 10 |
| 2012 | Denmark U19 |
Under-19 | 3 | 0 |
| 2012–2013 | Denmark U19 |
Under-19 | 12 | 8 |
| 2013 | Denmark League XI |
Senior | 1 | 0 |
| 2013–2015 | Denmark U21 |
Under-21 | 15 | 4 |
| 2013–2024 | Denmark |
Senior | 86 | 14 |
Frequently asked questions
How old is Yussuf Poulsen?
Yussuf Poulsen was born on 15 June 1994, which makes him 32 years old.
Where was Yussuf Poulsen born?
Yussuf Poulsen was born in Copenhagen, Denmark.
Which national team does Yussuf Poulsen play for?
Yussuf Poulsen plays international football for Denmark. He has 86 caps and 14 goals on record.
Which clubs has Yussuf Poulsen played for?
Yussuf Poulsen's recorded clubs are Lyngby Boldklub, RB Leipzig and Hamburger SV.
What team does Yussuf Poulsen play for now?
According to the latest data, Yussuf Poulsen plays for Hamburger SV.
How tall is Yussuf Poulsen?
Yussuf Poulsen is 193 cm (6 ft 4 in) tall.
What position does Yussuf Poulsen play?
Yussuf Poulsen plays as a forward.
Tanzanian players of the same generation
Mbwana SamattaTanzania · Aston Villa F.C.
S
Simon MsuvaTanzania · b. 1993
T
Thomas UlimwenguTanzania · b. 1993
Adi YussufTanzania · b. 1992
S
Shomari KapombeTanzania · b. 1992
A
Aishi ManulaTanzania · b. 1995
F
Faridi MussaTanzania · b. 1996
H
Himid MaoTanzania · b. 1992
M
Mudathir YahyaTanzania · b. 1996
M
Mohamed HusseiniTanzania · b. 1996
G
Gadiel MichaelTanzania · b. 1997
S
Salum AbubakarTanzania · b. 1992