Geoffrey Kondogbia is a French footballer born in 1993, known for his versatility on the field as a midfielder and occasional center-back.
He began his professional career at R.C. Lens, where he made his debut in Ligue 1 in 2010.
Kondogbia played for AS Monaco FC from 2013 to 2015, helping the team secure a second-place finish in Ligue 1.
Biography
Early Life
Geoffrey Edwin Kondogbia was born in 1993 in Nemours, France, to Central African parents. He grew up in a multicultural environment and embraced his heritage, identifying as a Muslim. Kondogbia acquired French nationality in 2007 through his mother's naturalization. His passion for football was evident from a young age, and he joined the youth system of R.C. Lens at the age of 11.
Career
Kondogbia made his professional debut for R.C. Lens in 2010, where he played until 2012 before moving to Sevilla FC. At Sevilla, he quickly made a name for himself, scoring his first goal in a match against Granada CF. In 2013, he signed with AS Monaco FC for a significant fee, contributing to the team's success in Ligue 1. His career continued to flourish as he played for several prestigious clubs, including Inter Milan and Valencia CF.
Internationally, Kondogbia initially represented France at various youth levels, including the U-20 team, where he shone during the 2013 FIFA U-20 World Cup. However, he later chose to represent the Central African Republic, making his debut in 2018 and scoring in the Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers.
Legacy
Kondogbia's journey from a youth player in France to an international footballer showcases his dedication and talent. His ability to adapt to different roles on the field, primarily as a midfielder but also as a center-back, highlights his versatility. As he continues his career, he remains a significant figure in both French and Central African football, inspiring future generations of players.
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Career & Clubs
Lens
Kondogbia joined Lens' youth system at the age of 11. On 11 April 2010 he signed his first professional contract, agreeing to a four-year deal. He made his debut in Ligue 1 on 21 November, appearing as a late substitute against Olympique Lyonnais. Kondogbia spent the 2011–12 season in Ligue 2 after the Sang et Or's relegation. He scored his only official goal for the team on 13 April 2012, netting the opener in a 3–0 success at Tours FC.
Sevilla
On 24 July 2012, Kondogbia signed with Spanish club Sevilla FC for an undisclosed fee, believed to be in the region of €3 million. He first appeared in La Liga on 15 September, replacing goalscorer Piotr Trochowski in the 82nd minute of the 1–0 defeat of reigning champions Real Madrid, at the Ramón Sánchez Pizjuán Stadium. He scored his first goal for the Andalusians on 28 January 2013, heading home the first for his team in an eventual 3–0 home derby win against Granada CF. In Sevilla's semi-final second leg tie of the Copa del Rey against eventual winners Atlético Madrid, on 27 February 2013, Kondogbia picked up a red card as his team ended the match with nine men in the 2–2 home draw, and fell to a 3–4 aggregate loss.
Monaco
Kondogbia returned to the French top division on 31 August 2013, signing a five-year contract with newly promoted AS Monaco FC worth a reported €20 million. He contributed with 26 games and one goal in his first season, helping the club finish second and return to the UEFA…
Club
As of match played 30 August 2026
International
As of match played 24 March 2025
As of match played 24 March 2025 Scores and results list Central African Republic goal tally first, score column indicates score after each Kondogbia goal.
France
Kondogbia was selected to the French squad for the 2013 FIFA U-20 World Cup. In the nation's first group match against Ghana, on 21 June, he scored the opening goal in an eventual 3–1 victory, being chosen by some publications as man of the match for his all-around performance. He netted for the second time in the tournament against hosts Turkey in the round-of-16, leading to a 4–1 victory. Kondogbia made his debut for the senior team on 14 August 2013 at the age of 20, playing 63 minutes in a 0–0 friendly draw away to Belgium.
Central African Republic
As all five matches he played for France at senior level were not in competitive matches, Kondogbia was never cap-tied and was thus still eligible to represent the Central African Republic, for which he qualified through his parents. He received an official call on 31 August 2018 and made his debut on 12 October, starting and acting as captain in a 4–0 away loss to Ivory Coast in a 2019 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier. On 18 November in the same competition, he scored an added-time equaliser in a 2–2 draw away to Rwanda.
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- Central African Republic men's national football team (2018–)
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- Valencia CF (2017–2018)
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- Valencia CF (2018–)
- National team
- France
- National team
- Central African Republic
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- R.C. Lens (2010–2012)
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- AS Monaco FC (2013–2015)
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- Sevilla FC (2012–2013)
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- Inter Milan (2015–2018)
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- France national under-17 association football team (2009–2009)
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- France national under-18 association football team (2010–2011)
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- France national under-19 association football team (2011–2012)
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- France national under-20 association football team (2012–2013)
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- France national under-21 association football team (2013–2014)
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- France men's national association football team (2013–2015)
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- France national under-16 association football team (2008–2009)
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- France national under-21 association football team (2013–2014)
Personal
Kondogbia was born in Nemours, France, to Central African parents. He is a Muslim. He acquired French nationality on 27 March 2007, through the collective effect of his mother's naturalization. Kondogbia's older brother, Evans, was also a footballer. He spent most of his career in Belgium, and represented the Central African Republic internationally.
Clubs
- Central African Republic men's national football team2018current
- Valencia CF2018current
- France national under-16 association football team2008–2009
- France national under-17 association football team2009–2009
- France national under-18 association football team2010–2011
- R.C. Lens2010–2012
- France national under-19 association football team2011–2012
- France national under-20 association football team2012–2013
- Sevilla FC2012–2013
- AS Monaco FC2013–2015
- France men's national association football team2013–2015
- France national under-21 association football team2013–2014
- France national under-21 association football team2013–2014
- Inter Milan2015–2018
- Valencia CF2017–2018
Played together with
- Aarón EscandellValencia CF · 2008–2012
Aarón ÑíguezValencia CF · 2007–2011
Abdelaziz Ben TifourAS Monaco FC · 1956–1958
Abdelaziz Ben TifourFrance men's national association football team · 1952–1957Abdelhamid El KaoutariFrance national under-16 association football team
Abdelhamid El KaoutariFrance national under-17 association football team · 2006–2007
Abdelhamid El KaoutariFrance national under-18 association football team · 2007–2008
Abdelhamid El KaoutariFrance national under-19 association football team · 2008–2009
- Abdelkader Ben BoualiFrance men's national association football team · 1937–1937
- Abdellah LiegeonAS Monaco FC · 1981–1987
Abdellah ZoubirR.C. Lens · 2016–2018- Abderrahman KabousR.C. Lens · 1996–2002
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Geoffrey Edwin Kondogbia is a professional footballer who plays for Ligue 1 club Marseille. Primarily a defensive midfielder, he has also played centre-back on occasion.
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