Emmanuel Junior Biumla Bayiha (born 8 May 2005) is a professional footballer who plays as a centre-back and defensive midfielder for club Angers. Born in Ivory Coast, he holds Cameroonian and French citizenship and represents France at youth international level.
On 14 June 2023, Biumla signed his first professional contract with Bordeaux, a deal until 2026. He made his Ligue 2 debut in a 0âÂÂ0 draw against Ajaccio on 21 August 2023, with his performance being hailed as "convincing" by observers.
On 31 July 2024, Biumla joined Ligue 1 club Angers on a three-year contract.
On 9 September 2023, Biumla made his first appearance for the France under-19s in a 2âÂÂ0 victory over Hungary, playing the full match. Three days later, he scored the only goal in a 1âÂÂ0 win over Serbia. After his first call-up in September, he received another call-up in October.
Biumla was born in Yopougon, near Abidjan, Ivory Coast. He is of Cameroonian descent, and holds Cameroonian and French citizenship.
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