Didier Ya Konan
Ivorian footballer
Ivory Coast
Forward
Didier Ya Konan: profile
Didier Ya Konan (born 22 May 1984 in Abidjan, Ivory Coast) is a retired Ivorian footballer who played as a forward.
Konan's senior club career began in 2003 at ASEC Mimosas. He played for 5 clubs in 4 countries between 2003 and 2017. His most appearances came at Hannover 96 (2009–2014), where he made 124 appearances and scored 39 goals. Across all recorded club spells he totals 292 appearances and 78 goals.
At international level, Konan represented Ivory Coast (2006–2014), earning 27 caps and scoring 8 goals. Our match database lists 1 of his international goals; the first came against Tunisia on 26 January 2013 (Africa Cup of Nations).
Abidjan has produced 288 footballers in our database, including Didier Drogba, Seydou Doumbia and Basile Boli.
Key facts
- Senior international debut
- 2006 (aged about 22)
- First international goal
- 2013 – aged 28 (match)
- Club career
- 2003–2017 (15 seasons)
- Countries played in
- 4: Ivory Coast, Norway, Germany and Saudi Arabia
- Club goals per game
- 0.27 (78 in 292)
- Height
- 174 cm — taller than 20% of Ivorian internationals on record
- Latest move
- Hannover 96 (2015)
- Shares a birthday with
- Samuel Chukwueze, Joel Obi and Garba Lawal (more)
Club career
| Years | Club | League | Apps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003–2006 | ASEC Mimosas |
Ligue 1 | 77 | 13 |
| 2006–2009 |  Rosenborg BK |
Eliteserien | 50 | 13 |
| 2009–2014 |  Hannover 96 |
2. Bundesliga | 124 | 39 |
| 2014–2015 |  Al Ittihad FC |
Saudi Pro League | 14 | 8 |
| 2015 | Hannover 96 |
2. Bundesliga | 7 | 1 |
| 2015–2017 | Fortuna Düsseldorf |
3. Liga | 20 | 4 |
| Total | 292 | 78 |
Appearances and goals are league figures where recorded on Wikidata; “–” means not recorded.
International career
| Years | Team | Level | Caps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006–2014 | Ivory Coast |
Senior | 27 | 8 |
International goals (1)
| # | Date | Match | Min | Competition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 26 Jan 2013 | Ivory Coast 3–0 Tunisia | 90 | 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 Didier Ya Konan?
Didier Ya Konan was born on 22 May 1984, which makes him 42 years old.
Where was Didier Ya Konan born?
Didier Ya Konan was born in Abidjan, Ivory Coast.
Which national team does Didier Ya Konan play for?
Didier Ya Konan played international football for Ivory Coast. He has 27 caps and 8 goals on record.
Which clubs has Didier Ya Konan played for?
Didier Ya Konan's recorded clubs are ASEC Mimosas, Rosenborg BK, Hannover 96, Al Ittihad FC and Fortuna Düsseldorf.
How tall is Didier Ya Konan?
Didier Ya Konan is 174 cm (5 ft 9 in) tall.
What position does Didier Ya Konan play?
Didier Ya Konan played as a forward.
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