Joy Mukena

Joy Richard Mpinga Mukena is an English professional footballer who plays as a defender for club Yeovil Town.

Career

Mukena began his career with Tottenham Hotspur, but moved to Watford in 2017, where he turned professional. He was named on the bench for the senior team's 4–1 win over Chelsea on 5 February 2018, but was ultimately an unused substitute.
On 21 August 2020, Mukena signed for National League South side St Albans City.
On 3 July 2023, Mukena signed for League Two club Crawley Town on a two-year deal.
On 24 June 2025, the club announced he had signed a new one-year deal.
On 12 January 2026, he transferred to National League club Yeovil Town.

Mukena was born in England and is also eligible to represent the DR Congo and Belgium at international level. Mukena was called up to a DR Congo U20 football camp in March 2018.