Yves Diba Ilunga
Congolese footballer (born 1987)
DR Congo
Forward
Yves Diba Ilunga: profile
Yves Diba Ilunga (born 12 August 1987 in Lubumbashi, DR Congo) is a former DR Congo footballer who played as a forward.
Ilunga's senior club career began in 2006 at Association Sportive Vita Club. He played for 5 clubs in 3 countries between 2006 and 2015. The busiest spell of his career was at Al-Raed FC (2011–2013): 38 appearances and 13 goals. Across all recorded club spells he totals 98 appearances and 39 goals.
At international level, Ilunga represented DR Congo (2006–present). Our match database lists 1 of his international goals; the first came against Eswatini on 15 November 2011 (World Cup Qualification).
Lubumbashi has produced 29 footballers in our database, including Muteba Kidiaba, Bwanga Tshimen and Jacques Maghoma.
Key facts
- Senior international debut
- 2006 (aged about 19)
- First international goal
- 2011 – aged 24 (match)
- Club career
- 2006–2015 (10 seasons)
- Countries played in
- 3: DR Congo, Saudi Arabia and Qatar
- Club goals per game
- 0.40 (39 in 98)
- Height
- 181 cm — taller than 63% of DR Congo internationals on record
- Latest move
- Al Kharaitiyat SC (2014)
- Shares a birthday with
- Mario Balotelli, Djibril Cissé and Taiwo Awoniyi (more)
Club career
| Years | Club | League | Apps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006–2009 | Association Sportive Vita Club |
Linafoot | – | – |
| 2009–2011 |  Najran SC |
Saudi Pro League | 31 | 15 |
| 2011–2013 | Al-Raed FC |
Saudi Pro League | 38 | 13 |
| 2013–2015 |  Al-Sailiya Sports Club |
Qatar Stars League | 18 | 10 |
| 2014 | Al Kharaitiyat SC |
Qatar Stars League 2 | 11 | 1 |
| Total | 98 | 39 |
Appearances and goals are league figures where recorded on Wikidata; “–” means not recorded.
International career
| Years | Team | Level | Caps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006– | DR Congo |
Senior | – | – |
International goals (1)
| # | Date | Match | Min | Competition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 15 Nov 2011 | DR Congo 5–1 Eswatini | 66 | 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 Yves Diba Ilunga?
Yves Diba Ilunga was born on 12 August 1987, which makes him 39 years old.
Where was Yves Diba Ilunga born?
Yves Diba Ilunga was born in Lubumbashi, DR Congo.
Which national team does Yves Diba Ilunga play for?
Yves Diba Ilunga played international football for DR Congo.
Which clubs has Yves Diba Ilunga played for?
Yves Diba Ilunga's recorded clubs are Association Sportive Vita Club, Najran SC, Al-Raed FC, Al-Sailiya Sports Club and Al Kharaitiyat SC.
How tall is Yves Diba Ilunga?
Yves Diba Ilunga is 181 cm (5 ft 11 in) tall.
What position does Yves Diba Ilunga play?
Yves Diba Ilunga played as a forward.
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