Jean-Claude "J.C." Ngando Mbende (born 20 November 1999) is a Cameroonian professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for Vancouver Whitecaps FC.
Born in Douala, Cameroon, Ngando moved to France at the age of seven where he would go on to play second team football for Paris FC and Amiens SC.
[1][2] With football in Europe suspended by the COVID-19 pandemic and no professional contract he evaluated his options and decided to look for a new opportunity which he later called “the best decision of my life”.
[9] On 6 March 2024, Ngando joined USL Championship side Las Vegas Lights on loan for their 2024 season.
[10] After a loan spell at USL Championship side Las Vegas Lights, Ngando returned to the Vancouver Whitecaps for the MLS 2025 season.