About Jason Mayélé
Lived 1976 – 2002 (aged 26). Jason Mayélé was a Congolese association football player.
Jason Nono Mayélé (4 January 1976 – 2 March 2002) was a Congolese professional footballer who played as a forward.
Career Mayélé played as a striker or winger and was a member of the Chievo team that qualified for Europe in their first Serie A season which he was signed in October. He had represented his country at the African Cup of Nations. Previously he had played for Cagliari in Italy and LB Châteauroux in France.
Death Mayélé died in a car accident at the age of 26. His car collided with another while he was attempting to catch the Chievo team bus for a match against Parma. He was taken to hospital in Verona by helicopter, but he died of injuries sustained.
Since his death, his shirt number of 30 has been retired in his honour by Chievo.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Jason Mayélé?
Democratic Republic of the Congo footballer (1976-2002)
When was Jason Mayélé born?
Jason Mayélé was born on 4 January 1976 in Kinshasa.
When did Jason Mayélé die?
Jason Mayélé died on 2 March 2002 in Bussolengo.
What was Jason Mayélé's occupation?
Jason Mayélé was an association football player.
What nationality was Jason Mayélé?
Jason Mayélé was Congolese.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Jason Mayélé. https://biography.guide/jason-mayele/
MLA: "Jason Mayélé." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/jason-mayele/.
Chicago: "Jason Mayélé." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/jason-mayele/.
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