Chancel Mbemba

Chancel Mbemba, born on August eighth, nineteen ninety-four, is a distinguished Congolese professional footballer who currently serves as a centre-back for Ligue 1 club Lille and captains the DR Congo national team.

Mbemba's professional journey began at Anderlecht, where he made an impressive debut in the 2013–14 season, contributing to the team's triumph in the Belgian Pro League. His talent quickly caught the attention of larger clubs, leading to a transfer to Newcastle United a year later. During his time in the Premier League, he played a pivotal role in the team's Championship victory in two thousand seventeen.

After four successful years at Porto, where he helped secure both the Primeira Liga and Taça de Portugal titles in two thousand twenty and two thousand twenty-two, Mbemba solidified his reputation as a formidable defender.

As a full international for the DR Congo since two thousand twelve, he holds the record as the national team’s most capped player. His leadership on the field was evident as he represented his country in six Africa Cup of Nations tournaments, achieving a commendable third-place finish in two thousand fifteen.