AFC Bournemouth· Premier LeagueAs of now, Akinmboni has yet to win major trophies or individual awards, but he has been a regular for the United States youth national teams and is regarded as a rising talent in the Premier League.
Matai Akinmboni is a 19-year-old American centre-back who began his professional career with AFC Bournemouth in the Premier League. Born in Upper Marlboro, Maryland, he has progressed through the club's youth system and represents the United States at youth international levels. Despite his young age, he is considered a promising defensive prospect in English football.
Akinmboni is a composed and physically imposing centre-back, known for his strong aerial ability and reading of the game. He excels in one-on-one defensive situations and shows good composure on the ball, allowing him to build play from the back. His main area for development is gaining top-flight experience and consistency at the senior level.
| Season | Comp | Apps | G | A | YC | RC | Min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25/26 | Premier League | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 25/26 | International Friendlies | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 90 |
| 25/26 | FA Cup | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 25/26 | EFL Cup | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 25/26 | Premier League Cup | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 90 |
| 24/25 | Premier League | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 24/25 | International Friendlies | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 45 |
| 24/25 | FA Cup | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 23/24 | International Friendlies | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 115 |
| 22/23 | International Friendlies | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 82 |
| 2024 | Leagues Cup | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 119 |
| 2024 | USL Championship | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 180 |
| 2024 | US Open Cup | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 45 |
| 2024 | Major League Soccer | 8 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 439 |
| 2023 | Leagues Cup | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | USL Championship | 5 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 292 |
| 2023 | US Open Cup | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 180 |
| 2023 | Major League Soccer | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 183 |
| 2022 | USL Championship | 6 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 208 |
| 2022 | Major League Soccer | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 121 |