Junior Kabananga

Awards & Honours

Awards Won

Records

Junior Kabananga stands as a towering figure in the history of DR Congo football, celebrated for his ability to deliver when it mattered most. His crowning achievement came in 2017 when he shared the Golden Boot at the Africa Cup of Nations, proving he could compete with the best strikers on the continent. Leading his nation to the quarter-finals through sheer scoring power remains a feat rarely matched by Congolese players. Beyond international glory, his domestic success with FC Astana saw him secure four league titles, demonstrating consistency and longevity in a challenging league environment.

AwardsKabananga's most significant accolade remains his performance at the continental level. He won the Africa Cup of Nations Top Scorer (Golden Boot) in 2017 as a joint winner with three goals. He was also named AFCON Player of the Day during the 2017 tournament for his performance against Togo. Additionally, he won multiple Kazakhstan Premier League titles with FC Astana in 2014, 2015, 2016, and 2017.

Records & Feats

Joint Top Scorer at 2017 AFCON

Chart Record·2017

Finished as one of the top scorers at the 2017 Africa Cup of Nations with 3 goals, leading DR Congo to the quarter-finals.

Most Goals in a Single AFCON Tournament for DR Congo

Career Milestone·2017

Scored 3 goals in the 2017 tournament, a record for a single edition of the competition for the national team.