Born in Kipushi, DR Congo, Kidiaba wasn’t your average goalkeeper. He didn't just make saves — he made statements. A calm guardian in goal and a storm of joy after goals, he was a showman and a soldier rolled into one.
When TP Mazembe went to war in the CAF Champions League, Kidiaba was the last line of defense — and often, the first spark of celebration. His infamous “bum shuffle” celebration became the soul of African football memes and stadium roars. But behind the viral clips was a man who took his job deadly serious.
Quotes on the player 🗣🗣
🗣 Abukari Damba🇬🇭: "Kidiaba does really well in almost every game. He usually narrows angles—which make it hard for strikers score."
🗣 Moïse Katumbi🇨🇩 : "It's something good that Kidiaba has been recognised; he's really a man of peace, even within TP Mazembe."
🗣Jabulani Nation🇿🇦: "AFCON just isn’t the same without Robert Kidiaba"
Player Profile 📋
Former DR Congo Goalkeeper, Robert Kidiaba Muteba launched his own football gear and clothing line.
— Africa Facts Zone (@AfricaFactsZone) April 24, 2021
The merchandise are branded with his famous celebration. pic.twitter.com/PXoE2lFZnH
👉Position: Goalkeeper
👉Preferred Foot: Right
👉Height: 1.82 m
👉Born: Kipushi, DR Congo
👉Age: 49
What Made Kidiaba Special❤️🤔
💪Wall Between the Posts : Kidiaba had unreal reflexes. Whether it was in domestic league games or high-stakes continental clashes, he pulled off saves that made strikers question their life choices.
🤸🏿♂️Martial Arts Meets Goalkeeping: He wasn't just fit — he was carved from discipline. Wrestling, judo, gymnastics — you name it. It gave him that cat-like spring and ageless athleticism.
🛡️ Leader with a Zen Mind: Captains usually yell. Kidiaba calmed. Even in chaos, he looked like a monk in gloves, organizing defenders with ice-cold clarity.
🕺The Dance That Lived Forever: The donkey ride. The bum shuffle. Whatever you called it, it was pure joy. A reminder that African football is not just sport — it's theater, heart, and rhythm.
Career Achievements 🏆
🏆Africa Cup of Nations bronze: 2015
🏆CAF Confederation Cup Winner: 2016
🏆CAF Super Cup Winner: 2010, 2011, 2016
🏆DR Congo League Champion: 2006, 2007, 2009, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2016
Africa’s Most Joyful Guardian 🇨🇩🫡✨
Robert Kidiaba🇨🇩⚽️: The Keeper Who Danced with Destiny 🕺❤️.
— MSport (@MSportOfficial) May 5, 2025
In a continent full of wild flair and raw emotion, Robert Kidiaba stood out — not just with his gloves, but with his groove.
Born in Kipushi, DR Congo, Kidiaba wasn’t your average goalkeeper. He didn't just make saves… pic.twitter.com/ZGW3bPTVEB
Kidiaba wasn’t just a keeper; he was a symbol. Of joy in adversity. Of peace amid pressure. Of being serious without taking yourself too seriously.
He danced not because the game was easy — but because he made the hard parts look fun. And that’s a legacy few glovesmen can claim.
