Childhood and Education Journey of Roger Lukaku in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: September 30, 2025

Discover the defining moments in the early life of Roger Lukaku. From birth to education, explore key events.

Roger Lukaku is a Congolese former professional footballer who played as a forward. He had a career playing for clubs like KV Oostende, KV Mechelen, and Germinal Ekeren. Most notably, he is the father of prominent professional footballers Romelu Lukaku and Jordan Lukaku.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements

June 1967: Roger Lukaku's Birth in Zaire

On June 6, 1967, Roger Lukaku was born in Zaire. He began his football career with Vita Sports before joining Africa Sports d'Abidjan.

June 1967: Roger Menama Lukaku's Birth

Roger Menama Lukaku was born on June 6, 1967. He would later become a Congolese footballer who played as a forward, and the father of footballers Romelu and Jordan Lukaku.

1990: Started Playing in Belgium

In 1990, at the age of 23, Roger Lukaku began his career in Belgium with FC Boom, a Belgian Second Division club.

1993: Moved to RFC Seraing

In 1993, after FC Boom was relegated, Roger Lukaku moved to RFC Seraing.

1996: Played for Gençlerbirliği

In 1996, Roger Lukaku played for Turkish side Gençlerbirliği but returned to Belgium after one season to play for KV Mechelen.

1998: Played for KV Oostende

In 1998, Roger Lukaku changed clubs and played for Belgian First Division side KV Oostende.

1999: Stopped Playing Professional Football

In 1999, after the relegation of KV Oostende, the 32-year-old Roger Lukaku stopped playing professional football but continued to play in lower divisions.