Hindolo Mustapha

Hindolo Thomas Eric Mustapha (born 29 July 2006) is a footballer who plays as an attacking midfielder or forward for club Notts County, on loan from club Crystal Palace. Born in England, he represents Sierra Leone internationally.

Club career Mustapha joined the youth academy of English Premier League club Crystal Palace at under–9 age level. He signed his first professional contract with the club in January 2024. On 26 August 2025, he signed a new contract and was then loaned out to 2. Bundesliga side 1. FC Nürnberg. In October 2025, Mustapha was criticised by manager Miroslav Klose for his professionalism and attitude, encouraging him to work to become part of the first team. However, in January 2026, Mustapha returned from his loan having not made a first team appearance for the German club.

On 2 February 2026, he joined West Bromwich Albion on loan for the rest of the 2025–26 season.

On 4 July 2026, Mustapha joined Wigan Athletic on a season-long loan deal. However, on 11 August 2026, his loan deal at Wigan was terminated before the season even began and he subsequently joined Notts County on another loan deal until the end of the season.

International career Mustapha is a Sierra Leone international and won three caps during September and October 2024, in the qualification rounds for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.

Style of play African news website Foot Africa wrote in 2025 that he "has been a constant influence, dictating the tempo and surging forward when needed. His playing style is winning admirers, as is his maturity on the pitch" while playing for the club.

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Sierra Leone score listed first, score column indicates score after each Mustapha goal.