Djibril Sidibé: profile
Djibril Sidibé (born 23 March 1982 in Bamako, Mali) is a retired Malian footballer who played as a midfielder.
Sidibé made the step into senior football with Centre Salif Keita in 1999. He played for 9 clubs in 4 countries between 1999 and 2014. His most appearances came at CS Sedan Ardennes (2008–2010), where he made 56 appearances and scored 1 goal. Across all recorded club spells he totals 192 appearances and 13 goals.
At international level, Sidibé represented Mali (2001–2008), earning 47 caps and scoring 4 goals. Our match database lists 1 of his international goals; the first came against Guinea-Bissau on 14 November 2003 (World Cup Qualification).
Bamako has produced 198 footballers in our database, including Seydou Keita, Mahamadou Diarra and Yves Bissouma.
Nationality explained: Why does Djibril Sidibé play for Mali?
Key facts
- Senior international debut
- 2001 (aged about 19)
- First international goal
- 2003 – aged 21 (match)
- Club career
- 1999–2014 (16 seasons)
- Countries played in
- 4: Mali, Monaco, France and Israel
- Club goals per game
- 0.07 (13 in 192)
- Height
- 180 cm — taller than 31% of Malian internationals on record
- Latest move
- Red Star F.C. (2014)
- Shares a birthday with
- Éric Maxim Choupo-Moting, Bamba Dieng and Eyong Enoh (more)
Club career
| Years | Club | League | Apps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | Malian Première Division | 20 | 5 | |
| 2000–2001 | Ligue 1 | 33 | 0 | |
| 2001–2002 | Ligue 1 | 12 | 0 | |
| 2002–2008 | Championnat National 1 | – | – | |
| 2004–2005 | Ligue 2 | 32 | 2 | |
| 2008–2010 | Ligue 3 | 56 | 1 | |
| 2010–2011 | Israeli Premier League | 18 | 2 | |
| 2011–2013 | Israeli Premier League | – | – | |
| 2013–2014 | 13 | 3 | ||
| 2014 | Ligue 2 | 8 | 0 | |
| Total | 192 | 13 |
Appearances and goals are league figures where recorded on Wikidata; “–” means not recorded.
International career
| Years | Team | Level | Caps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001–2008 | Senior | 47 | 4 |
International goals (1)
| # | Date | Match | Min | Competition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 14 Nov 2003 | Mali 2–0 Guinea-Bissau | 84 (pen) | 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 Djibril Sidibé?
Djibril Sidibé was born on 23 March 1982, which makes him 44 years old.
Where was Djibril Sidibé born?
Djibril Sidibé was born in Bamako, Mali.
Which national team does Djibril Sidibé play for?
Djibril Sidibé played international football for Mali. He has 47 caps and 4 goals on record.
Which clubs has Djibril Sidibé played for?
Djibril Sidibé's recorded clubs are Centre Salif Keita, AS Monaco FC, LB Châteauroux, SC Bastia, CS Sedan Ardennes, Maccabi Tel Aviv F.C., Hapoel Ramat Gan Giv'atayim F.C., Hapoel Ashkelon F.C. and Red Star F.C..
How tall is Djibril Sidibé?
Djibril Sidibé is 180 cm (5 ft 11 in) tall.
What position does Djibril Sidibé play?
Djibril Sidibé played as a midfielder.