Diafra Sakho
Senegalese and French association football player
Diafra Sakho: profile
Diafra Sakho (born 24 December 1989 in Guédiawaye, Senegal) is a former Senegalese footballer who played as a forward.
Sakho's senior club career began in 2009 at FC Metz. He played for 3 clubs in 2 countries since 2009. The busiest spell of his career was at FC Metz (2009–2014): 114 appearances and 44 goals. Across all recorded club spells he totals 121 appearances and 44 goals.
At international level, Sakho represented Senegal (2014–present). Our match database lists 2 of his international goals; the first came against Cape Verde on 7 October 2017 (World Cup Qualification).
Guédiawaye has produced 15 footballers in our database, including Habib Diarra, Tony Sylva and Ibrahima Mbaye.
Eligibility explained: Why does Diafra Sakho play for Senegal?
Key facts
- Senior international debut
- 2014 (aged about 25)
- First international goal
- 2017 – aged 27 (match)
- Countries played in
- 2: France and United Kingdom
- Club goals per game
- 0.36 (44 in 121)
- Height
- 184 cm — taller than 50% of Senegalese internationals on record
- Latest move
- West Ham United F.C. (2014)
- Shares a birthday with
- Stephen Appiah, Serge Aurier and Fabrice Ondoa (more)
Club career
| Years | Club | League | Apps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009–2014 |  FC Metz |
Ligue 2 | 114 | 44 |
| 2011–2012 | US Boulogne |
Ligue 2 | – | – |
| 2012 | US Boulogne |
Ligue 2 | 7 | 0 |
| 2014– |  West Ham United F.C. |
EFL Championship | – | – |
| Total | 121 | 44 |
Appearances and goals are league figures where recorded on Wikidata; “–” means not recorded.
International career
| Years | Team | Level | Caps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014– |  Senegal |
Senior | – | – |
International goals (2)
| # | Date | Match | Min | Competition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 7 Oct 2017 | Cape Verde 0–2 Senegal | 82 | World Cup Qualification |
| 2 | 10 Nov 2017 | South Africa 0–2 Senegal | 11 | 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 Diafra Sakho?
Diafra Sakho was born on 24 December 1989, which makes him 36 years old.
Where was Diafra Sakho born?
Diafra Sakho was born in Guédiawaye, Senegal.
Which national team does Diafra Sakho play for?
Diafra Sakho played international football for Senegal.
Which clubs has Diafra Sakho played for?
Diafra Sakho's recorded clubs are FC Metz, US Boulogne and West Ham United F.C..
How tall is Diafra Sakho?
Diafra Sakho is 184 cm (6 ft 0 in) tall.
What position does Diafra Sakho play?
Diafra Sakho played as a forward.
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