Steve Kapuadi
Steve Kapuadi, 1998-04-30, Defender for Congo DR, plays for Widzew Łódź. 3 international caps, 0 goals. Part of Congo DR's 2026 World Cup Group K squad.
Biography
Steve Nkanu Kapuadi (born 30 April 1998) is a French-born Congolese professional footballer who plays as a centre-back for Widzew Łódź in the Polish Ekstraklasa and the DR Congo national team. Standing at 1.96m, Kapuadi is a commanding aerial presence and brings physicality and composure to the backline. He began his career in Belgium with Gent's reserve team before moving to Slovakia, where he played for Inter Bratislava and AS Trenčín. He then established himself in Polish football with Wisła Płock and Legia Warsaw, winning the Polish Cup and Polish Super Cup with Legia. After 69 appearances for Legia, he joined Widzew Łódź in February 2026. Having debuted for DR Congo in June 2025, Kapuadi is part of the Leopards' squad for their historic second World Cup appearance in 2026.
Career Timeline
Joined Widzew Łódź in February 2026 after three seasons at Legia Warsaw.
Won the Polish Super Cup with Legia Warsaw. Made his international debut for DR Congo in June 2025 against Madagascar.
Won the Polish Cup (2024-25) with Legia Warsaw, making 69 appearances across three seasons.
Moved to Wisła Płock in Poland, then signed for Legia Warsaw in 2023.
Left Gent II for Slovakia, playing for Inter Bratislava and AS Trenčín.