Britt Assombalonga
Congolese footballer with Premier League experience
Born
December 6th, 1992
32 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Democratic Republic of the Congo
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A professional footballer, he played as a forward and began his career at the Watford academy. He made significant contributions at several clubs including Peterborough United, where he was the club's top scorer. In 2017, he transferred to Middlesbrough and competed in the EFL Championship, gaining recognition for his goal-scoring ability. His dynamic playing style earned him a place in the Congo national team, where he represented his country in international competitions.
Top scorer at Peterborough United
Transfer to Middlesbrough in 2017
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