David Ngog is a French footballer born in 1989, known for his role as a striker.
Ngog began his professional career at Paris Saint-Germain, where he signed his first contract in 2006.
He made a significant move to Liverpool in 2008, where he quickly became a key player.
Biography
Early Life
David Philippe Henri Ngog was born on April 1, 1989, in Gennevilliers, Hauts-de-Seine, France. He is of mixed heritage, with a Cameroonian father and a French mother, holding dual nationality. Ngog is also related to former French international player Jean-Alain Boumsong, showcasing a family connection to the world of football.
Career
Ngog began his football journey at Paris Saint-Germain (PSG), where he joined the youth academy in 2001 and signed his first professional contract in June 2006. He made his professional debut with PSG before moving to Liverpool in 2008. Under manager Rafael Benítez, Ngog quickly made an impact, scoring his first goal for the club in a pre-season friendly against Rangers and later netting his first Premier League goal against Sunderland in March 2009. After a successful stint at Liverpool, he played for Bolton Wanderers from 2011 to 2014, followed by a brief period at Swansea City and then Stade de Reims.
International Career
Ngog represented France at various youth levels, including the under-16 and under-21 teams. Despite being approached to play for Cameroon in 2009, he ultimately chose to continue his international career with France, although he faced challenges regarding his selection for major tournaments.
Legacy
Throughout his career, Ngog has achieved notable success, including winning the Coupe de la Ligue with PSG in the 2007-08 season. His journey reflects the challenges and triumphs of a professional athlete navigating both club and international football.
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Career & Clubs
Paris Saint-Germain
Ngog started his career with Paris Saint-Germain of Ligue 1 in 2001. He signed his first professional contract in June 2006.
Liverpool
2008–09 season
Manager Rafael Benítez hailed his scouting network after his signing, saying that "They are finding players like Ngog, players with quality who are not a high price". Ngog played his first game for Liverpool in a friendly game against Villarreal on 30 July 2008 and scored his first goal one game later against Rangers in another pre-season friendly. He then followed this up by scoring Liverpool's final goal in their next pre-season friendly, a 4–1 win over Norwegian side Vålerenga. He made his Premier League debut against Aston Villa, coming on as a substitute for Fernando Torres. Ngog scored his first goal for Liverpool in their 3–1 victory over PSV in the group stages of the UEFA Champions League. Ngog made his first start for Liverpool on 7 February 2009 against Portsmouth, and scored his first league goal on 3 March 2009 against Sunderland in a 2–0 win at Anfield. Ngog scored his second league goal for the club on 11 April 2009 against Blackburn Rovers at Anfield in an emphatic 4–0 win.
2009–10 season
Ngog scored his first goal of the new season with the final goal in a 4–0 home win against Stoke City. This was his fourth career goal for Liverpool, three of which came in league matches. The following month, he then went on to score the winning goal in a…
In November 2009, Ngog was approached to play for Cameroon, despite having already represented France at youth levels. The then Liverpool striker said: "I have had contact with the Cameroonian federation. Now I need some time to think about things. I'm very flattered." In February 2010, with Cameroon preparing for the 2010 World Cup, Cameroon's Minister of Sports, Michel Zoah, met with Ngog's father on two occasions to try and convince the player to switch allegiances. A few months later, in May, Ngog was not included in Cameroon's preliminary squad for the World Cup. When asked why, Cameroon coach Paul Le Guen said that Ngog had insisted on a starting spot with the Indomitable Lions. However, Ngog refuted the claims.
- Club
- Bolton Wanderers F.C. (2011–2014)
- Club
- Stade de Reims (2014–)
- Club
- France national under-16 association football team (2004–2005)
- Club
- France national under-21 association football team (2008–2010)
- Club
- Swansea City A.F.C. (2013–2013)
- League
- Premier League
- Club
- Paris Saint-Germain FC (2006–2008)
- Club
- Swansea City A.F.C. (2014–2014)
- National team
- France
- Club
- Liverpool F.C. (2008–2011)
Personal
David Philippe Henri Ngog was born on 1 April 1989 in Gennevilliers, Hauts-de-Seine, to a Cameroonian father and a French mother. He holds both French and Cameroonian nationalities. He is the cousin of former French international player Jean-Alain Boumsong.
Legacy
Paris Saint-Germain
Coupe de la Ligue: 2007–08 Žalgiris
Lithuanian Supercup: 2020
Clubs
Played together with
Aaron MooyBolton Wanderers F.C. · 2009–2010
Aaron MorleyBolton Wanderers F.C. · 2022- Abdallah YaisienFrance national under-16 association football team · 2009–2010
Abdelaziz BarradaParis Saint-Germain FC · 2007–2010- Abdelaziz KamaraFrance national under-16 association football team · 1998–1998
Abdelhamid El KaoutariFrance national under-16 association football team- Abdelhamid El KaoutariStade de Reims · 2016–2016
- Abdelhamid El KaoutariStade de Reims · 2016–2016
Abdou DialloFrance national under-16 association football team · 2011–2012- Abdou DialloFrance national under-21 association football team · 2016–2019
- Abdou DialloParis Saint-Germain FC · 2019–2023
Abdoul CamaraFrance national under-21 association football team · 2011–2011
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David Philippe Henri Ngog is a French former professional footballer who played as a striker.
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