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Presnel Kimpembe

Presnel Kimpembe is a French professional footballer who plays as a defender, mainly at centre-back.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Presnel Kimpembe is a French professional footballer who plays as a defender, mainly at centre-back. Born in Beaumont-sur-Oise, France, he came through the Paris Saint-Germain academy, won major domestic and international honours with PSG, and was part of France’s 2018 FIFA World Cup-winning squad.

Early life and youth career

Kimpembe was born in Beaumont-sur-Oise, in the Val-d'Oise department of France. He began playing football at AS Éragny and joined the Paris Saint-Germain academy in 2005 at age 10.

Club career

He progressed through PSG’s youth system into the first team and later became a regular defender. PSG credits him with 241 appearances, 3 goals, 2 assists, and 31 captaincies. He left the club for Qatar SC in 2025 after a long spell with the Paris side.

International career

Kimpembe made his senior debut for France on 27 March 2018 against Russia. He was part of France’s squad that won the 2018 FIFA World Cup.

Honours and role at PSG

PSG describes Kimpembe as one of the club’s most decorated players, with multiple Ligue 1 titles and a UEFA Champions League title. He also served as captain on several occasions.

Key facts

  • Kimpembe is a French defender known for playing mainly as a centre-back.
  • He joined Paris Saint-Germain’s academy in 2005 after beginning youth football at AS Éragny.
  • He made his senior professional career at Paris Saint-Germain before moving to Qatar SC in 2025.
  • He won the 2018 FIFA World Cup with France.
  • PSG credits him with 241 appearances, 3 goals, 2 assists, and 31 captaincies.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Presnel Kimpembe?
He is a French professional footballer who plays as a defender, especially as a centre-back.
Which club does Presnel Kimpembe play for?
As of the provided sources, he plays for Qatar SC.
When was Presnel Kimpembe born?
He was born on 13 August 1995.
What is Presnel Kimpembe’s place of birth?
He was born in Beaumont-sur-Oise, France.
Did Presnel Kimpembe win the World Cup?
Yes. He was part of France’s squad that won the 2018 FIFA World Cup.

References

  1. French Football Federation — https://www.fff.fr/equipe-nationale/joueur/8475-kimpembe-presnel/fiche.html
    Supports: Date of birth, place of birth, position, preferred foot, senior international debut, caps, current club.
  2. Paris Saint-Germain — https://www.psg.fr/en/content/pr-paris-saint-germain-legend-presnel-kimpembe-joins-qatar-sports-club
    Supports: Youth academy background, career at PSG, appearances, captaincies, trophies, transfer to Qatar SC.
  3. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Presnel_Kimpembe
    Supports: Basic biographical details and position.