| # | 60 |
|---|---|
| Name | Celestin Ngimbi |
| Nationality |  Spain |
| Position | Center |
| Height | 186cm |
| Weight | 135kg |
| Current Team | Madrid Bravos |
| Past Teams | Barcelona Dragons, Paris Musketeers |
| Leagues | European League of Football, European Football Alliance |
| Seasons | 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026 |
| Age | 25 |
Celestin Ngimbi is a powerful Spanish offensive lineman and a vital homegrown talent who has committed to securing the trenches for the Madrid Bravos for the 2026 European League of Football (ELF) season. Despite his young age, Ngimbi is considered an ELF veteran, having played for three different franchises since the league’s inaugural season. He is renowned for his immense size, strength, and technical proficiency at the center and guard positions.
Ngimbi began his career by quickly establishing himself as a starter for the Barcelona Dragons and later gained experience with the Paris Musketeers before becoming a key founding player for the expansion Madrid Bravos in 2024. He played a foundational role in the Bravos’ inaugural season, contributing to their success in securing a playoff spot. His contract extension for 2026 underscores his importance as a reliable anchor of the offensive line, whom the team relies on to protect the quarterback and create running lanes.
Previous stations
- **Osos Rivas, Spain (LNFA):** Played for the domestic club team.
- **Barcelona Dragons, Spain (ELF) (2021–2022):** Offensive Lineman (Transitioned to full-time starter at Center in 2022).
- **Paris Musketeers, France (ELF) (2023):** Offensive Lineman.
- **Madrid Bravos, Spain (ELF) (2024–2026):** Offensive Lineman (Key starter, re-signed for 2026 season).
Achievements
Team Achievements
- **Spanish National Cup Winner (2022):** Domestic club achievement with Osos Rivas.
- **Spanish Champion (2022):** Domestic club achievement with Osos Rivas.
- **ELF Playoff Appearance (2024):** Team achievement in the Bravos’ inaugural season.
Personal Achievements
- **ELF Veteran Status:** One of the few homegrown players to have played in the ELF for five consecutive seasons (2021-2026).
- **Immediate ELF Starter:** Developed into a starting Center for the Barcelona Dragons early in his career.
Selected Statistics
- **Nickname:** He is often referred to by his nickname, **’Celes.’**
- **Versatility:** Capable of playing multiple interior offensive line positions, though he has experience as a starting Center.
- **Transfer History:** He was part of a major exodus of Spanish talent that moved from the Barcelona Dragons to the Paris Musketeers for the 2023 season, following star players like Zach Edwards and Kyle Sweet.
- **Quote (Ngimbi):** Commenting on his move back to Spain, he stated: “In Season 2024 we put Madrid on the map and with the support of the fans in season 2025 we will win Europe.”
- **Bravos’ View:** The Madrid Bravos have praised him as an **”anchor”** of the offensive line, noting that his combination of youth, experience, and consistency is a valuable asset for their long-term success.
Other
- **Nickname:** He is often referred to by his nickname, **’Celes.’**
- **Versatility:** Capable of playing multiple interior offensive line positions, though he has experience as a starting Center.
- **Transfer History:** He was part of a major exodus of Spanish talent that moved from the Barcelona Dragons to the Paris Musketeers for the 2023 season, following star players like Zach Edwards and Kyle Sweet.
- **Quote (Ngimbi):** Commenting on his move back to Spain, he stated: “In Season 2024 we put Madrid on the map and with the support of the fans in season 2025 we will win Europe.”
- **Bravos’ View:** The Madrid Bravos have praised him as an **”anchor”** of the offensive line, noting that his combination of youth, experience, and consistency is a valuable asset for their long-term success.
