Cheikhou Kouyaté: profile
Cheikhou Kouyaté (born 21 December 1989 in Dakar, Senegal) is a Senegalese footballer who plays as a midfielder for Amed S.F.K..
Kouyaté's senior club career began in 2007 at Football Club Molenbeek Brussels Strombeek. He has played for 7 clubs in 3 countries since 2007. His most appearances came at R.S.C. Anderlecht (2008–2014), where he made 153 appearances and scored 4 goals. Across all recorded club spells he totals 486 appearances and 22 goals.
At international level, Kouyaté has represented Senegal (2012–present), earning 92 caps and scoring 4 goals. Our match database lists 2 of his international goals; the first came against Madagascar on 17 November 2015 (World Cup Qualification). He also played for Senegal at under-20 and under-23 level.
Dakar has produced 305 footballers in our database, including Patrice Evra, Idrissa Gueye and Mame Biram Diouf.
Key facts
- Senior international debut
- 2012 (aged about 23)
- First international goal
- 2015 – aged 25 (match)
- Club career
- 2007–present (20 seasons)
- Countries played in
- 3: Belgium, United Kingdom and Turkey
- Club goals per game
- 0.05 (22 in 486)
- Height
- 189 cm — taller than 80% of Senegalese internationals on record
- Latest move
- Amed S.F.K. (2025)
- Shares a birthday with
- Daniel Amartey, Ousmane Viera and Sébastien Siani (more)
Club career
| Years | Club | League | Apps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007–2008 |  Football Club Molenbeek Brussels Strombeek |
Belgian First Division B | 10 | 0 |
| 2008–2009 | K.V. Kortrijk |
Belgian Pro League | 26 | 3 |
| 2008–2014 | R.S.C. Anderlecht |
Belgian Pro League | 153 | 4 |
| 2014–2018 |  West Ham United F.C. |
EFL Championship | 129 | 12 |
| 2018–2022 | Crystal Palace F.C. |
Premier League | 129 | 2 |
| 2022–2024 | Nottingham Forest F.C. |
Premier League | 33 | 1 |
| 2025– |  Amed S.F.K. |
TFF First League | 6 | 0 |
| Total | 486 | 22 |
Appearances and goals are league figures where recorded on Wikidata; “–” means not recorded.
International career
| Years | Team | Level | Caps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 |  Senegal U20 |
Under-20 | 3 | 2 |
| 2012 | Senegal U23 |
Under-23 | 4 | 0 |
| 2012– | Senegal |
Senior | 92 | 4 |
International goals (2)
| # | Date | Match | Min | Competition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 17 Nov 2015 | Senegal 3–0 Madagascar | 20 | World Cup Qualification |
| 2 | 30 Jan 2022 | Senegal 3–1 Equatorial Guinea | 68 | 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 Cheikhou Kouyaté?
Cheikhou Kouyaté was born on 21 December 1989, which makes him 36 years old.
Where was Cheikhou Kouyaté born?
Cheikhou Kouyaté was born in Dakar, Senegal.
Which national team does Cheikhou Kouyaté play for?
Cheikhou Kouyaté plays international football for Senegal. He has 92 caps and 4 goals on record.
Which clubs has Cheikhou Kouyaté played for?
Cheikhou Kouyaté's recorded clubs are Football Club Molenbeek Brussels Strombeek, K.V. Kortrijk, R.S.C. Anderlecht, West Ham United F.C., Crystal Palace F.C., Nottingham Forest F.C. and Amed S.F.K..
What team does Cheikhou Kouyaté play for now?
According to the latest data, Cheikhou Kouyaté plays for Amed S.F.K..
How tall is Cheikhou Kouyaté?
Cheikhou Kouyaté is 189 cm (6 ft 2 in) tall.
What position does Cheikhou Kouyaté play?
Cheikhou Kouyaté plays as a midfielder.
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Armand TraoréSenegal · b. 1989
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Salif SanéSenegal · b. 1990
Cheikh NdoyeSenegal · b. 1986
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