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Joy Mukena

b. 1999

English association football player (born 1999)

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About Joy Mukena

Born 1999. Joy Mukena is a British association football player.

Joy Richard Mpinga Mukena (born 3 July 1999) is an English professional footballer who plays as a defender for club Yeovil Town.

Career Mukena began his career with Tottenham Hotspur, but moved to Watford in 2017, where he turned professional. He was named on the bench for the senior team's 4–1 win over Chelsea on 5 February 2018, but was ultimately an unused substitute.

On 21 August 2020, Mukena signed for National League South side St Albans City.

On 3 July 2023, Mukena signed for League Two club Crawley Town on a two-year deal.

On 24 June 2025, the club announced he had signed a new one-year deal.

On 12 January 2026, he transferred to National League club Yeovil Town.

Personal life Mukena was born in England and is also eligible to represent the DR Congo and Belgium at international level. Mukena was called up to a DR Congo U20 football camp in March 2018.

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Important facts

Born
3 July 1999, London
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Association football player
Nationality
United Kingdom
Also known as
Joy Richard Mpinga Mukena

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Joy Mukena?

English association football player (born 1999)

When was Joy Mukena born?

Joy Mukena was born on 3 July 1999 in London.

What is Joy Mukena's occupation?

Joy Mukena is an association football player.

What nationality is Joy Mukena?

Joy Mukena is British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Joy Mukena

· Wikidata: Q48905628

· DBpedia: Joy Mukena

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