Aristide Bancé: profile
Aristide Bancé (born 19 September 1984 in Abidjan, Ivory Coast) is a former Burkinabé footballer who played as a forward.
Bancé started out at Stade d'Abidjan in 2000. He played for 22 clubs in 14 countries since 2000. His most appearances came at K.S.C. Lokeren Oost-Vlaanderen (2003–2006), where he made 77 appearances and scored 27 goals. Across all recorded club spells he totals 297 appearances and 90 goals.
At international level, Bancé represented Burkina Faso (2003–present). Our match database lists 9 of his international goals; the first came against Burundi on 12 October 2008 (World Cup Qualification).
Abidjan has produced 288 footballers in our database, including Didier Drogba, Seydou Doumbia and Basile Boli.
Nationality explained: Why does Aristide Bancé play for Burkina Faso?
Key facts
- Senior international debut
- 2003 (aged about 19)
- First international goal
- 2008 – aged 24 (match)
- Countries played in
- 14: Ivory Coast, Burkina Faso, Belgium, Ukraine, Germany, United Arab Emirates, Turkey, Qatar, Finland, Kazakhstan, South Africa, Latvia, Egypt and Guinea
- Club goals per game
- 0.30 (90 in 297)
- Height
- 193 cm — taller than 99% of Burkinabé internationals on record
- Latest move
- Union Sportive des Forces Armées (2019)
- Shares a birthday with
- Abdul Majeed Waris, Josuha Guilavogui and Mbekezeli Mbokazi (more)
Club career
Appearances and goals are league figures where recorded on Wikidata; “–” means not recorded.
International career
| Years | Team | Level | Caps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003– |  Burkina Faso |
Senior | – | – |
International goals (9)
| # | Date | Match | Min | Competition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 12 Oct 2008 | Burundi 1–3 Burkina Faso | 18 | World Cup Qualification |
| 2 | 20 Jun 2009 | Burkina Faso 2–3 Ivory Coast | 78 | World Cup Qualification |
| 3 | 6 Feb 2013 | Burkina Faso 1–1 Ghana | 60 | Africa Cup of Nations |
| 4 | 23 Mar 2013 | Burkina Faso 4–0 Niger | 34 | World Cup Qualification |
| 5 | 15 Jun 2013 | Congo 0–1 Burkina Faso | 38 | World Cup Qualification |
| 6 | 12 Oct 2013 | Burkina Faso 3–2 Algeria | 86 (pen) | World Cup Qualification |
| 7 | 25 Jan 2015 | Congo 2–1 Burkina Faso | 86 | Africa Cup of Nations |
| 8 | 28 Jan 2017 | Burkina Faso 2–0 Tunisia | 81 | Africa Cup of Nations |
| 9 | 1 Feb 2017 | Burkina Faso 1–1 Egypt | 73 | Africa Cup of Nations |
*Goals listed are those present in our match-by-match goal database, which is most complete for tournament matches.
Frequently asked questions
How old is Aristide Bancé?
Aristide Bancé was born on 19 September 1984, which makes him 42 years old.
Where was Aristide Bancé born?
Aristide Bancé was born in Abidjan, Ivory Coast.
Which national team does Aristide Bancé play for?
Aristide Bancé played international football for Burkina Faso.
Which clubs has Aristide Bancé played for?
Aristide Bancé's recorded clubs are Stade d'Abidjan, AS Athlétic Adjamé, RFC Daoukro, Santos FC, K.S.C. Lokeren Oost-Vlaanderen, FC Metalurh Donetsk, Beerschot A.C., Kickers Offenbach, 1. FSV Mainz 05, Shabab AlAhli Dubai Club, Samsunspor FC and Umm Salal SC among others.
How tall is Aristide Bancé?
Aristide Bancé is 193 cm (6 ft 4 in) tall.
What position does Aristide Bancé play?
Aristide Bancé played as a forward.
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