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Yoane Wissa (born 3 September 1996) is a professional footballer who plays as a forward or left winger for Premier League club Newcastle United. Born in France, he plays for the DR Congo national team.

Key Information

A product of the Châteauroux academy, Wissa began his senior career with the club in 2015. Following a spell with Angers, he moved to Lorient in 2018. He was a part of their team that finished the 2019–20 Ligue 2 season as champions. After one season in Ligue 1, he joined Brentford in 2021. After four seasons at Brentford, Wissa joined Newcastle United in 2025.

Club career

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Early years

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Wissa began his youth career as a goalkeeper at the age of seven.[3] He played for his local youth club Épinay-sous-Sénart, before moving to midfield and then the forward line.[4] As his youth career progressed, he also became adept as a winger and number 10.[5] Wissa began his senior career as a forward with Châteauroux and progressed through the reserve team to break into the first team during the 2015–16 Championnat National season,[3][6] which he finished with 24 appearances and seven goals.[7] A transfer to Ligue 1 club Angers followed in 2016, but Wissa managed just two substitute appearances during the first half of the 2016–17 season and he played much of 2017 away on loan at Ligue 2 clubs Laval and Ajaccio.[7][5] Wissa departed the Stade Raymond Kopa in January 2018.[5]

Lorient

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Wissa warming up for Lorient in 2019.

In January 2018, Wissa transferred to Ligue 2 club Lorient and immediately established himself at the promotion-chasing club.[5] Promotion to Ligue 1 was attained at the end of the 2019–20 season, when Wissa's 15 goals in 28 appearances helped the club to the Ligue 2 championship.[5] He made 38 appearances and scored 10 goals during the 2020–21 season,[7] in which Lorient narrowly avoided finishing in the relegation playoff places.[5] Wissa departed the club in August 2021 and finished his 3+1⁄2-year stay at the Stade du Moustoir with 128 appearances and 37 goals.[7][5]

Brentford

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2021–22

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On 10 August 2021, Wissa moved to England to join newly-promoted Premier League club Brentford on a four-year contract, with the option of a further year, for an undisclosed fee, reported to be £8.5 million.[8] The transfer had been in the works for two years and he had turned down the opportunity to move to the Community Stadium during the previous transfer window.[9] Despite being unable to link up with the club during pre-season after undergoing eye surgery,[10] Wissa scored five goals in his first six appearances for the club.[11] His brace in a 7–0 EFL Cup third round win over Oldham Athletic on 21 September 2021 was recognised with a place in the EFL Cup Team of the Round and his second goal,[12] a bicycle kick, was voted Goal of the Round and Goal of the Tournament.[13][14] Wissa's goalscoring run was ended by an ankle knock suffered in mid-October 2021.[15] He returned to match play two months later and was deployed in a mixture of starting and substitute roles through to the end of the season.[7] Wissa ended the 2021–22 season with 34 appearances and 10 goals.[16]

2022–2024

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Wissa was deployed in a mix of starting and substitute roles and scored seven goals in 40 appearances during the 2022–23 season,[7] in which Brentford were in contention for a European place on the final day.[17] In May 2023, he signed a new three-year contract, with the option of a further year.[11]

Following Ivan Toney's eight-month ban from all football-related activity, Wissa began the 2023–24 season as Brentford's starting centre forward.[18] Following the transfer deadline day loan signing of forward Neal Maupay,[19] Wissa alternated between the forward and left wing positions.[20][21] Wissa top-scored for the club during the 2023–24 season, with 12 goals from 36 appearances,[22] predominantly as a starter.[7] He ended the season with a run of eight goals in 13 league matches.[23]

2024–2025

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A long-term injury suffered by new centre forward signing Igor Thiago during the 2024–25 pre-season allowed Wissa to begin the regular season in the position.[24][25] He began the season with three goals from four Premier League starting appearances and three goals across four appearances in November 2024 saw him nominated for the Premier League Player of the Month award.[26][27] Wissa's 37th Premier League goal, scored in a 2–2 draw with Manchester City on 14 January 2025, made him the club's record Premier League goalscorer.[28] He ended the 2024–25 season with 39 appearances and a season-high 20 goals.[26]

Newcastle United

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On 1 September 2025, Wissa completed a transfer to Newcastle United for a fee of £50 million plus add ons, ending his four-year spell with Brentford.[29] Later that year, on 6 December, he made his debut in a 2–1 victory over Burnley, becoming the 1000th player to represent the club in the league.[30] A few days later, on 10 December, he made his UEFA Champions League debut, coming on in the stoppage time of a 2–2 away draw against Bayer Leverkusen.[31] A week later, on 17 December, he scored his first goal for the club in the EFL Cup quarter-final, which ended in a 2–1 victory over Fulham.[32] On 21 January 2026, he scored his first Champions League goal in a 3–0 victory over PSV Eindhoven.[33]

International career

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Wissa won his maiden call into the DR Congo squad for a pair of friendly matches in October 2020.[34] He scored his first two international goals on his second and third caps, in friendly and 2022 FIFA World Cup qualifying matches versus Morocco respectively.[35]

Wissa was a part of the DR Congo squad which qualified for the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations and he was named in the squad for the tournament finals.[35][36] He appeared in each match and scored two goals during the team's run to the third place play-off,[35] which was lost on penalties to South Africa.[37] Wissa's performances were recognised with a place in the Team of the Tournament.[38]

Style of play

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Wissa has been described as a player who "fits many different positions", including winger, number 10 and forward.[5] He has "pace and power", is "a threat in behind", "has good ability to take on players and create overloads" and "good pressing abilities".[5] At Brentford, along with Bryan Mbeumo, he formed a lethal duo with 40 Premier League goals between each other in the 2024/2025 season.[39]

Personal life

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Born in France of Congolese descent,[40] Wissa can speak the Lingala language.[41] He acquired French nationality in December 2000 through the collective effect of his parents' naturalisation.[42]

Prior to making the decision to concentrate on football at age 15, he also played rugby union.[9] He was the subject of an acid attack in July 2021 and made a full recovery from emergency eye surgery.[8][10]

Career statistics

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Club

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As of match played 7 February 2026
Appearances and goals by club, season and competition
Club Season League National cup[a] League cup[b] Europe Total
Division Apps Goals Apps Goals Apps Goals Apps Goals Apps Goals
Châteauroux II 2013–14[7] CFA 2 Group G 1 0 ― ― ― 1 0
2014–15[7] CFA 2 Group B 14 9 ― ― ― 14 9
2015–16[7] CFA 2 Group B 5 0 ― ― ― 5 0
Total 20 9 ― ― ― 20 9
Châteauroux 2015–16[7] Championnat National 23 7 0 0 1 0 ― 24 7
Angers 2016–17[7] Ligue 1 2 0 0 0 0 0 ― 2 0
Angers II 2016–17[7] CFA 2 Group A 5 4 ― ― ― 5 4
Laval (loan) 2016–17[7] Ligue 2 15 2 — — ― 15 2
Laval II (loan) 2016–17[7] CFA 2 Group A 1 0 ― ― ― 1 0
Ajaccio (loan) 2017–18[7] Ligue 2 20 8 2 2 1 0 ― 23 10
Lorient 2017–18[7] Ligue 2 15 4 1 0 ― ― 16 4
2018–19[7] Ligue 2 36 6 1 0 3 0 ― 40 6
2019–20[7] Ligue 2 28 15 4 1 0 0 ― 32 16
2020–21[7] Ligue 1 38 10 2 1 — ― 40 11
Total 117 35 8 2 3 0 ― 128 37
Brentford 2021–22[16] Premier League 30 7 1 0 3 3 ― 34 10
2022–23[43] Premier League 38 7 1 0 1 0 ― 40 7
2023–24[23] Premier League 34 12 0 0 2 0 ― 36 12
2024–25[26] Premier League 35 19 1 0 3 1 ― 39 20
Total 137 45 3 0 9 4 ― 149 49
Newcastle United 2025–26[44] Premier League 11 1 1 0 3 1 3[c] 1 18 3
Career total 251 111 14 4 17 5 3 1 284 121

International

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As of match played 9 September 2025[35]
Appearances and goals by national team and year
National team Year Apps Goals
DR Congo 2020 2 1
2022 6 1
2023 8 1
2024 13 2
2025 6 3
Total 35 8
As of match played 9 September 2025
Scores and results list DR Congo's goal tally first, score column indicates score after each Wissa goal.[35]
List of international goals scored by Yoane Wissa
No. Date Venue Opponent Score Result Competition Ref.
1 13 October 2020 Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium, Rabat, Morocco  Morocco 1–1 1–1 Friendly [45]
2 25 March 2022 Stade des Martyrs, Kinshasa, DR Congo  Morocco 1–0 1–1 2022 FIFA World Cup qualification [46]
3 15 November 2023 Stade des Martyrs, Kinshasa, DR Congo  Mauritania 1–0 2–0 2026 FIFA World Cup qualification [47]
4 17 January 2024 Laurent Pokou Stadium, San-Pédro, Ivory Coast  Zambia 1–1 1–1 2023 Africa Cup of Nations [48]
5 2 February 2024 Alassane Ouattara Stadium, Abidjan, Ivory Coast  Guinea 2–1 3–1 2023 Africa Cup of Nations [49]
6 8 June 2025 Stade de la Source, Orléans, France  Madagascar 2–0 3–1 Friendly [50]
7 5 September 2025 Juba Stadium, Juba, South Sudan  South Sudan 4–0 4–1 2026 FIFA World Cup qualification
8 9 September 2025 Stade des Martyrs, Kinshasa, DR Congo  Senegal 2–0 2–3 2026 FIFA World Cup qualification

Honours

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Lorient

Individual

References

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Yoane Wissa (born 3 September 1996) is a professional footballer who plays as a forward or left winger for club Newcastle United and the DR Congo national team. Born in Épinay-sous-Sénart, , to parents of Congolese descent, Wissa started his youth career as a for local club Épinay-sous-Sénart before transitioning to midfield and forward roles. At age 11, he balanced football with rugby until choosing the former, advised by teachers who saw his potential to reach professional levels. Wissa's professional journey began in 2015 with in the French third division, where he made his senior debut. He had a brief loan at in before joining in 2018, helping the club secure promotion to in 2019–20 with nine goals in the second tier. In August 2021, signed him for an undisclosed fee, and he became a key player in their promotion to the that season, contributing three goals in the . Over four seasons at , Wissa scored 45 goals in 137 appearances—all from open play—and led the league with 19 non-penalty goals in the 2024–25 campaign. On 2 September 2025, Wissa transferred to Newcastle United for a reported £55 million, marking the club's record sale from and a shift toward high-profile acquisitions. Internationally, he debuted for DR Congo in October 2020, earning 35 caps and scoring 9 goals as of November 2025, including participation in the . Known for his pace, dribbling, and finishing without penalties, Wissa has evolved from an unconventional youth prospect into one of the Premier League's most prolific forwards.

Early life

Family and upbringing

Yoane Wissa was born on 3 September 1996 in Épinay-sous-Sénart, a suburb near , , to parents of Congolese origin. His family immigrated from the Democratic Republic of Congo, instilling in him a deep connection to his Congolese roots while raising him in a culturally diverse French environment that shaped his dual identity as a French-born player of Congolese descent. Wissa acquired in December 2000. He speaks the language, reflecting his cultural heritage. Wissa credits his parents for their unwavering support during his childhood, with his father offering key advice on perseverance and his mother advising against continuing as a , prompting a switch to an outfield role at age 13 that proved pivotal for his development. This parental encouragement, combined with daily access to local football pitches where he often played barefoot, fostered his early passion for the sport and reinforced family values of care and attentiveness. Wissa's strong sense of heritage influenced his decision to represent the DR Congo national team internationally, honoring his family's Congolese origins.

Introduction to football

Yoane Wissa's introduction to organized football occurred at the age of seven in the region, where he joined his local club, Épinay-sous-Sénart, initially playing as a . This early involvement marked the beginning of his formative years in the sport, as he spent nine years developing within the club's academy, gradually transitioning from goalkeeping to outfield positions, including midfield and forward roles. Wissa's progression through youth setups continued after his time at Épinay-sous-Sénart, where he honed his skills in competitive environments before moving to FC Épinay Athlético for further development. He later spent one year at Linas-Montlhéry's , a step that exposed him to higher-level training and helped refine his technical abilities prior to entering professional pathways. Although specific trials at larger clubs during this period are not widely documented, his steady advancement through these local academies laid the groundwork for his technical growth and positional versatility. Throughout his teenage years, Wissa faced challenges in balancing academic commitments with intensive football training, a common hurdle for young players in France's youth system. Initially drawn to for its physical demands, he fully committed to football around age 15, prioritizing daily sessions while maintaining responsibilities, which tested his and time management. These experiences, supported by his family's encouragement, shaped his resilience during this pre-professional phase.

Club career

Early professional career

Wissa began his professional career with , making his senior debut on 7 August 2015 in the , appearing as a substitute in a 0–1 away defeat to ÉFC Fréjus Saint-Raphaël; Châteauroux had been relegated from at the end of the previous season. He featured regularly during the 2015–16 campaign, scoring 7 goals in 23 appearances and helping the team to a mid-table finish in the third tier. In June 2016, Wissa joined side on a free transfer. Limited opportunities followed, with just two substitute appearances in the first half of the 2016–17 season. To gain experience, he was loaned to club in January 2017, where he made 15 appearances and scored 2 goals before the end of the campaign. The 2017–18 season saw Wissa loaned to another outfit, , from July 2017. He thrived there, netting 11 goals in 23 league appearances during the first half of the season. This form prompted a permanent transfer to in January 2018 for a fee of €2 million, marking the end of his early development phase.

FC Lorient

Yoane Wissa joined in January 2018 from on a permanent transfer, initially serving as a squad player during the latter stages of the 2017-18 . His breakthrough came in the 2018-19 campaign, where he became a regular starter in the second tier. Wissa made 32 league appearances, scoring 4 goals and providing 3 assists, contributing to Lorient's solid mid-table finish while establishing himself as a versatile forward capable of playing across the front line. His performances during this , including notable contributions in key matches, helped build his reputation as an emerging talent in French football. The 2019-20 season marked Wissa's most prolific period at , as the club chased promotion to amid the shortened campaign. Playing primarily as a central striker, he featured in 28 matches, netting 15 goals and adding 4 assists, which played a pivotal role in securing the league title and automatic promotion with 75 points from 28 games. Wissa's goal-scoring form, including a in a 4-1 win over , underscored his clinical finishing and movement off the ball, earning him recognition as one of the division's top performers. Returning to for the 2020-21 season after promotion, Wissa adapted quickly to the higher level despite 's struggles with consistency and a squad rebuild. He appeared in all 38 league fixtures, scoring 10 goals and registering 5 assists, while contributing an additional 2 goals in cup competitions for a total of 12 goals across 45 appearances. finished 16th, entering the relegation/promotion playoffs against , where Wissa started both legs; the team advanced with a 4-1 away win in the first leg and a 1-0 home victory in the second, securing immediate top-flight survival through his energetic pressing and involvement in build-up play. Wissa's consistent output drew interest from several European clubs, including sides, leading to his departure from in summer 2021. Brentford signed him on a four-year contract for a reported £8.5 million fee (approximately €10 million) on 10 August 2021, a club-record sale for at the time, recognizing his potential as a dynamic attacker.

Brentford FC

Yoane Wissa joined on 10 August 2021, signing a four-year contract from for a reported £8.5 million fee. His move came shortly after a traumatic personal incident in July 2021, when he was the victim of an at his home in , which left him fearing permanent vision loss in one eye and required a period of recovery before fully adapting to life and training in . Despite these challenges, Wissa quickly integrated into the squad during Brentford's inaugural season. In the 2021–22 campaign, Wissa made 34 appearances across all competitions, scoring 10 goals and providing 6 assists, contributing significantly to Brentford's comfortable mid-table finish and consolidation. His versatility as a forward allowed him to rotate effectively with , helping the team secure key results against top opposition. The following season, 2022–23, saw Wissa feature in 40 matches but limited to 7 goals due to an ankle injury that sidelined him for over a month, disrupting his momentum after a strong start. Nonetheless, his work rate and pressing remained vital to Brentford's defensive structure, aiding a ninth-place finish. Wissa's form improved markedly in 2023–24, where he emerged as the club's top scorer with 12 goals and 3 assists in 36 appearances, often starting as the central forward. His clinical finishing, including a run of 8 goals in the final 10 games and a brace in a 5–1 win over Luton Town on 20 2024 where he expressed frustration at being substituted while chasing a third goal, was instrumental in avoiding relegation and finishing 16th. The 2024–25 season marked Wissa's most prolific year at the club, as he netted a career-high 19 goals in 35 appearances before departing, surpassing Ivan Toney's record to become 's all-time leading scorer with 45 goals overall. Over his four-year tenure, Wissa amassed 49 goals and 13 assists in 149 appearances across all competitions, establishing himself as a fan favorite for his direct running, aerial prowess, and commitment to the team's high-pressing style. Supporters appreciated his resilience and goal-scoring instincts, often chanting his name during home games at the Gtech Community Stadium. However, his time at ended amid tension in the summer of 2025, as the club attempted to initiate contract extension talks in July despite his contract expiring in 2026, but Wissa pushed for a move to a bigger club. After rejecting bids and a public dispute where Wissa accused of reneging on promises to allow his departure—leading him to remove all club references from his —Newcastle United signed him on 1 September 2025 for £55 million on transfer deadline day. The saga soured relations with some fans, though his on-pitch legacy remains celebrated.

Newcastle United

On 1 September 2025, Wissa transferred to Newcastle United for a reported £55 million, marking the club's record incoming transfer for a forward. He signed a four-year contract and quickly adapted, making his debut shortly after joining. As of November 2025, Wissa has made 5 appearances for Newcastle across all competitions, scoring 3 goals and providing 1 assist, contributing to the team's strong start in the 2025–26 Premier League season. His pace and finishing have been highlighted in early matches, helping Newcastle maintain a position in the top half of the table.

International career

Youth international career

Born in Épinay-sous-Sénart, , Yoane Wissa was eligible to represent the France national team at all youth and senior levels. Due to his parents being born in what is now the (Léopoldville in the early 1960s), he also held eligibility to play for the DR Congo national team through descent. Wissa's involvement with France's youth international teams was limited, with no recorded appearances across any age groups. In a 2024 , he revealed it was a long process motivated by his family and closeness to his Congolese heritage. The DR Congo Football Federation made initial contact with Wissa around 2020 amid interest in his talents, which preceded his commitment to the senior national team later that year.

DR Congo national team

Wissa received his first call-up to the DR Congo senior national team in October 2020 for a pair of international friendlies. He made his debut on 9 October 2020, entering as a substitute in a 3-0 defeat to without scoring. He scored his first international goal on his second cap, in a 1-1 draw against three days later. Wissa's second international goal came during the campaign, where he netted the equalizer in a 1-1 draw against in the CAF play-off first leg on 25 March 2022 at in . DR Congo ultimately fell short in the second leg, missing out on qualification. In the qualification for the (AFCON), Wissa played a decisive role as a substitute in a 2-0 victory over on 11 September 2023 in , ending a 56-year winless streak against the opponents and securing DR Congo's place at the tournament. At the 2023 AFCON finals in , Wissa emerged as one of DR Congo's standout performers, scoring twice across five matches as the Leopards advanced to the quarter-finals for the first time since 2015. He opened his account with the 65th-minute equalizer in a 1-1 group-stage draw against on 24 January 2024 at Stade de . In the quarter-final against on 2 2024, Wissa converted a 65th-minute penalty to make it 2-1, helping secure a 3-1 win and progression to the semi-finals, where DR Congo lost 1-0 to hosts . For his impact, Wissa was included in the official CAF Team of the Tournament alongside teammate . Wissa continued his form in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers, scoring the opener in DR Congo's 2-0 group-stage win over Mauritania on 15 November 2023 at Stade Olympique in Nouakchott. In the September 2025 international window, he delivered a goal and assist in a 4-1 routing of South Sudan on 5 September 2025, before netting once more in a 3-2 defeat to Senegal three days later, though he sustained a knee injury that sidelined him for subsequent fixtures. In November 2025, despite Wissa's absence due to injury, DR Congo progressed in the 2026 FIFA World Cup African play-offs, defeating Cameroon and then Nigeria on penalties to qualify for the inter-confederation play-offs. As of November 2025, Wissa has accumulated 35 caps and 10 goals for DR Congo, solidifying his status as a primary attacking threat for the national side.

Style of play

Technical abilities

Yoane Wissa demonstrates proficient skills, particularly effective in tight spaces where he uses quick changes of direction and close ball control to evade defenders one-on-one. His and body balance allow him to protect the ball while accelerating, enabling successful progression through crowded areas, as evidenced in his analysis at . In the , Wissa's has contributed to key moments, such as receiving a pass in the final third and skipping past a defender to initiate a counter-attack during a 2025 match for . Wissa is renowned for his clinical finishing, utilizing both feet to execute a range of shots including volleys, chips, and placed efforts with composure. His stronger right foot is particularly effective for shots into the far corner, while he has demonstrated capability with his left in chipped finishes, such as his stoppage-time winner against in May 2024. In the 2024-25 season, he recorded a shot conversion rate of 21.1 percent. This technical prowess was showcased in his brace against Luton Town in April 2024, where he scored with precision from close range and a deflected effort, nearly completing a hat-trick before being substituted. Wissa's passing and vision enhance his role in linking midfield and attack, with accurate distribution that creates scoring opportunities for teammates. Over four seasons at Brentford in the Premier League, he provided 11 assists in 137 appearances, often through progressive passes and quick interplay. His ability to read the game allows him to deliver key balls in transition, as seen in his assist for Kevin Schade's goal during Brentford's 4-1 victory over Leicester City in November 2024.

Positional versatility and physical attributes

Yoane Wissa exhibits notable positional versatility, primarily featuring as a left winger while also capable of operating as a centre-forward or right winger. During his tenure at , he has been deployed across the forward line, including as an attacking midfielder behind the striker, allowing tactical flexibility in both wide and central areas. Statistics from his appearances indicate a balanced distribution, with significant minutes accumulated in forward roles alongside wide positions. Following his transfer to Newcastle United in 2025, his versatility has been noted to fit the team's attacking needs, including as a central striker or wide option. At 1.76 metres tall and weighing 74 kilograms, Wissa's physical profile combines lean athleticism with explosive pace, enabling him to excel in transitional play. His pace places him among the quicker forwards in the and supports his ability to exploit spaces on the counter-attack. Wissa's agility further aids his involvement in high-intensity pressing, where he maintains a tireless work rate to disrupt opposition build-up. Tactically, Wissa's role emphasizes pressing, with a focus on regaining possession in advanced areas. Despite his modest height, he shows competence in aerial challenges, winning about 22% of duels contested as of the 2024–25 season, which complements his overall physical presence in both defensive and offensive phases. Wissa's positional evolution has seen him transition from a predominantly wide role at , where he thrived on the left flank, to a more central striker position at and with the DR Congo national team. This shift, particularly evident in recent seasons, has enhanced his goal-scoring output while retaining his wide-ranging mobility.

Personal life

Family

Yoane Wissa is married to Wissa, whom he met during his early professional days in French football. The couple have two children, including a born in 2021. In July 2021, shortly before Wissa's transfer to and relocation to , the family endured a traumatic incident when an intruder attempted to kidnap their newborn and threw acid in Wissa's face, requiring emergency ; his wife and family provided vital emotional support during his recovery, which allowed him to join the club in September and resume playing. Wissa has publicly expressed that representing DR Congo internationally is motivated by a desire to honor and make his family proud, particularly during major tournaments like the . His parents, originally from the of Congo, instilled values of hard work and cultural pride that have underpinned his family life and career commitments.

Residence and interests

Since his transfer to in the summer of 2021, Yoane Wissa has been based in , near the club's Gtech Community Stadium. Following his £55 million move to Newcastle United on 1 September 2025, Wissa is based near the club's training facilities at in the area. Wissa maintains an active presence on , particularly under the handle @yowissa, where he engages with fans through posts about his professional journey and personal reflections. In August 2025, amid transfer speculation, he used the platform to share a detailed statement accusing of blocking his departure, which garnered significant attention and highlighted his direct communication style with supporters.

Career statistics

Club

Yoane Wissa's club career statistics, encompassing all competitions, are summarized below. Data includes league, cup, and playoff matches where applicable, with totals calculated at the end of each full season. Assists are included where tracked by official records.
SeasonClubCompetitionMatches Played (MP)Goals (Gls)Assists (Ast)
2014–15ChâteaurouxNational000
2015–16ChâteaurouxLigue 2800
2015–16ChâteaurouxCoupe de France200
2016–17ChâteaurouxLigue 21511
2016–17ChâteaurouxCoupe de la Ligue300
2016–17ChâteaurouxCoupe de France100
2017–18ChâteaurouxNational2682
2017–18ChâteaurouxCoupe de France200
Châteauroux Total5793
2018–19AC Ajaccio (loan from Lorient)Ligue 223112
2018–19AC Ajaccio (loan from Lorient)Coupe de la Ligue200
2018–19AC Ajaccio (loan from Lorient)Coupe de France100
2019–20LorientLigue 22874
2019–20LorientPlayoffs320
2019–20LorientCoupe de la Ligue210
2019–20LorientCoupe de France311
2020–21LorientLigue 138107
2020–21LorientCoupe de France210
2021–22LorientLigue 1500
Lorient/Ajaccio Total1103314
2021–22BrentfordEFL Championship2621
2021–22BrentfordPlayoffs330
2021–22BrentfordFA Cup100
2021–22BrentfordEFL Cup201
2022–23BrentfordPremier League3383
2022–23BrentfordFA Cup310
2022–23BrentfordEFL Cup400
2023–24BrentfordPremier League30103
2023–24BrentfordFA Cup100
2023–24BrentfordEFL Cup110
2024–25BrentfordPremier League38194
2024–25BrentfordFA Cup100
2024–25BrentfordEFL Cup311
2025–26BrentfordPremier League3683
Brentford Total1825316
2025–26 (incomplete as of November 20, 2025)Newcastle UnitedPremier League921
2025–26 (incomplete as of November 20, 2025)Newcastle UnitedEFL Cup100
Newcastle Total (partial)1021
Career Total (up to November 20, 2025)3599734
Note: The 2025–26 season statistics for Newcastle United are incomplete as of November 20, 2025, reflecting matches played up to that date (one additional match since November 8 with no further goals/assists). Earlier seasons include all domestic cups and playoffs where applicable; international club competitions are not included as Wissa has not participated in them. Assists for pre-2018 seasons are estimated based on available records, as systematic tracking was less consistent. totals for : 137 MP, 45 Gls across four seasons.

International

Yoane Wissa made his senior international debut for DR Congo in 2020. As of November 2025, he has accumulated 33 caps, scoring 6 goals and providing 4 assists in various competitions, including friendlies, (AFCON), and qualifiers. In the 2023 AFCON, Wissa featured in 6 matches, netting 3 goals that contributed significantly to DR Congo's run to the quarterfinals. He has appeared in over 20 matches across AFCON and World Cup qualifiers, with additional outings in 2025 including goals against South Sudan and Mauritania in World Cup qualifying.
CompetitionAppearancesGoalsAssists
International Friendlies611
Africa Cup of Nations (incl. 2023)1041
Africa Cup of Nations Qualification501
World Cup Qualification (Africa)1211
Total (as of November 2025)3364
Note: The totals reflect ongoing 2025 qualifiers, with Wissa contributing in recent fixtures such as the 3-1 win over on June 8, 2025.

Honours

Club honours

Yoane Wissa contributed to FC Lorient's success in the 2019–20 season, where the team was declared champions following the early termination of the campaign due to the , earning promotion to Ligue 1. He made 28 appearances and scored 15 goals in during the season, playing a key role in their title-winning effort. At , Wissa joined the club after their promotion to the via the play-offs, but he was not part of that successful squad. Over his four seasons with the Bees from 2021 to 2025, did not secure any major domestic or European trophies, finishing as high as 9th in the in 2022–23 and 10th in 2024–25. In the 2023–24 season, Wissa's performances earned him the club's Goal of the Season award for his strike against Chelsea, though no team honours were achieved. Following his transfer to Newcastle United in September 2025, Wissa has yet to win any club honours with the club as of November 2025, with the 2025–26 season ongoing.

International honours

DR Congo, with Wissa in the squad, reached the quarter-finals of the in , defeating 3-1 in the round of 16 before elimination by on penalties; Wissa scored twice during the tournament—including the equalizer against in the group stage and a penalty against —and was selected for the official CAF Team of the Tournament. The team has not won any major international titles during Wissa's tenure, but notable milestones include qualification for the as Group H winners in October 2024. In the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers, DR Congo finished as runners-up in Group B behind , securing advancement to the CAF play-offs; they defeated 1–0 in the semi-final on 13 November 2025 and 4–3 on penalties in the final on 16 November 2025, qualifying for the inter-confederation play-offs as Africa's representative.

References

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  2. https://www.newcastleunited.com/en/teams/mens-team/yoane-wissa
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