Chérif Souleymane
Guinean footballer
Guinea
Midfielder
Chérif Souleymane: profile
Chérif Souleymane (born 20 October 1944 in Kindia, Guinea) is a retired Guinean footballer who played as a midfielder.
Souleymane made the step into senior football with TSG Neustrelitz in 1961. He played for 3 clubs in 2 countries between 1961 and 1974.
At international level, Souleymane represented Guinea (1965–1978). Our match database lists 4 of his international goals; the first came against Algeria on 12 March 1972 (World Cup Qualification).
Kindia has produced 12 footballers in our database, including Alkhaly Bangoura, Morciré Sylla and Morlaye Camara.
Key facts
- Senior international debut
- 1965 (aged about 21)
- First international goal
- 1972 – aged 27 (match)
- Club career
- 1961–1974 (14 seasons)
- Countries played in
- 2: Germany and Guinea
- Height
- 175 cm — taller than 19% of Guinean internationals on record
- Shares a birthday with
- Ademola Lookman, Lamine Gassama and Jonathan Akpoborie (more)
Club career
| Years | Club | League | Apps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1961–1962 |  TSG Neustrelitz |
Regionalliga Nordost | – | – |
| 1962–1965 | SC Neubrandenburg |
– | – | |
| 1963–1974 | Hafia Football Club |
Guinée Championnat National | – | – |
Appearances and goals are league figures where recorded on Wikidata; “–” means not recorded.
International career
| Years | Team | Level | Caps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1965–1978 | Guinea |
Senior | – | – |
International goals (4)
| # | Date | Match | Min | Competition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 12 Mar 1972 | Guinea 5–1 Algeria | 78 | World Cup Qualification |
| 2 | 11 Feb 1973 | Guinea 1–1 Morocco | 38 | World Cup Qualification |
| 3 | 14 Mar 1976 | Guinea 1–1 Morocco | 33 | Africa Cup of Nations |
| 4 | 13 Feb 1977 | Togo 0–2 Guinea | 84 | World Cup Qualification |
*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 Chérif Souleymane?
Chérif Souleymane was born on 20 October 1944, which makes him 81 years old.
Where was Chérif Souleymane born?
Chérif Souleymane was born in Kindia, Guinea.
Which national team does Chérif Souleymane play for?
Chérif Souleymane played international football for Guinea.
Which clubs has Chérif Souleymane played for?
Chérif Souleymane's recorded clubs are TSG Neustrelitz, SC Neubrandenburg and Hafia Football Club.
How tall is Chérif Souleymane?
Chérif Souleymane is 175 cm (5 ft 9 in) tall.
What position does Chérif Souleymane play?
Chérif Souleymane played as a midfielder.