Athlete
Afimico Pululu
footballer
Early Life
Afimico Pululu was born on 23 March 1999 in Luanda, Angola, to parents from the Democratic Republic of the Congo. While still very young, his family moved to France, where he grew up and began playing football. He developed through the youth academy of FC Basel in Switzerland, laying the foundation for his professional career. He has a younger brother, Presley Pululu, who is also a footballer.
Education
There is no publicly available information about Afimico Pululu's formal educational qualifications. Like many professional footballers, he combined his schooling with football training while progressing through youth academies before turning professional.
Career Highlights
- Developed in the FC Basel youth academy.
- Made his professional debut for FC Basel in 2017.
- Won the Swiss Cup (2018–19) with Basel.
- Played on loan for Neuchâtel Xamax before joining Greuther Fürth in Germany.
- Signed for Jagiellonia Białystok in 2023.
- Helped Jagiellonia win the 2023–24 Ekstraklasa (Polish League) title.
- Won the 2024 Polish Super Cup.
- Named Ekstraklasa Player of the Month (May 2024) and selected in the Ekstraklasa Team of the Season (2023–24).
- Finished as the top scorer of the 2024–25 UEFA Conference League and was named in the UEFA Conference League Team of the Season.
International Career
- Born in Angola to Congolese parents and eligible to represent Angola, France, or DR Congo.
- After initially considering Angola, he chose to represent DR Congo.
- In January 2026, he was officially cleared to play for the DR Congo national team after completing the required eligibility process.
Net Worth
Afimico Pululu's estimated net worth is between US$1.5 million and US$3 million. His income comes primarily from professional football contracts, bonuses, and sponsorships. His market value is estimated at around €4 million, although market value and personal net worth are different measures.
Body Measurements
- Height: 1.75 m (175 cm)
- Weight: Approximately 80 kg (176 lbs)
- Hair Colour: Black
- Eye Colour: Dark Brown
- Body Type: Athletic
- Preferred Foot: Ambidextrous (uses both feet effectively)
Social Media
- Instagram: @afimicopululu
Quick Facts
- Full Name: Afimico Pululu
- Date of Birth: 23 March 1999
- Age: 27 (as of 2026)
- Birthplace: Luanda, Angola
- Nationality: DR Congo (also holds Angolan and French citizenship)
- Profession: Professional Footballer
- Position: Centre-Forward / Winger
- Current Club: Jagiellonia Białystok (Poland)
- Jersey Number: 10
- Preferred Foot: Ambidextrous (comfortable with both feet)
- Height: 1.75 m (5 ft 9 in)
- Weight: Approximately 80 kg (176 lbs)