
William Troost-Ekong
Al-Ahli Doha/D/
Player Info
William Troost-Ekong is a Nigerian international defender of significant stature, currently playing for Al-Ahli in Qatar. At 32, he stands as a pillar of strength in defense, combining physical power at 191cm with growing leadership qualities. His career took him from the Netherlands to Turkey, Italy, and England, where his performances for Watford in the Premier League brought him global recognition. A key highlight was his commanding role in Nigeria's run to the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations, where his defensive solidity was paramount. His honors include promotion to the Premier League with Watford and being named in the AFCON Team of the Tournament. Off the pitch, he is known for his articulate nature and community work. Troost-Ekong is a modern center-back: strong in the tackle, dominant in the air, and increasingly comfortable with the ball at his feet, serving as a leader for both club and country.
Overview
Honors
Main Position
Strengths
Weaknesses
Transfer History
2026/01/19
Transfer
2024/08/22
1200000€
Transfer
2023/07/03
1000000€
Transfer
2023/06/29
Loan Ended
2023/01/23
500000€
Loan
2020/09/28
Transfer
Matches
Competition
Time
Round
Home
VS
Away
HT
Rating
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Statistics
2025-2026
Matches
Games Played
4
Games Started
4
Minutes Per Game
324
Offensive Data
Goals(PK)
0
Assists
-
Scoring Freguency(Minutes)
-
Shots Per Game
1
Accurate Passes Per Game
157
Key Passes Per Game
0
Accurate Long Balls Per Game
13
Accurate Crosses Per Game
0
Success Dribbles Per Game
1
Defense Data
Tackles Per Game
4
Interceptions Per Game
2
Clearances Per Game
19
Block Shots Per Game
-
Other Data
Yellow Cards
0
Yellow-Red
-
Red Cards
0
Turnovers Per Game
-
Fouls Per Game
1
Be Fouled Per Game
0




