Edrissa Sonko: Career Stats, Clubs, Age & Nationality

Edrissa Sonko: profile

Edrissa Sonko (born 23 March 1980 in Essau, Gambia) is a former Gambian footballer who played as a midfielder.

Sonko made the step into senior football with R.S.C. Anderlecht in 1999. He played for 8 clubs in 6 countries since 1999. His most appearances came at Roda JC Kerkrade (2000–2007), where he made 112 appearances and scored 20 goals. Across all recorded club spells he totals 212 appearances and 32 goals.

At international level, Sonko represented The Gambia (2000–2009), earning 14 caps and scoring 7 goals. Our match database lists 1 of his international goals; the first came against Liberia on 12 October 2003 (World Cup Qualification).

Key facts

Senior international debut: 2000 (aged about 20)
First international goal: 2003 – aged 23 (match)
Countries played in: 6: Belgium, Netherlands, Greece, United Kingdom, Cyprus and United Arab Emirates
Club goals per game: 0.15 (32 in 212)
Height: 179 cm — taller than 31% of Gambian internationals on record
Latest move: APEP F.C. (2010)
Shares a birthday with: Éric Maxim Choupo-Moting, Bamba Dieng and Eyong Enoh (more)

Club career

Years	Club	League	Apps	Goals
1999–2000	R.S.C. Anderlecht	Belgian Pro League	6	1
2000–2007	Roda JC Kerkrade	Eerste Divisie	112	20
2007	Xanthi F.C.	Gamma Ethniki	9	1
2007–2008	Walsall F.C.	EFL League Two	37	5
2008–2009	Tranmere Rovers F.C.	EFL League Two	38	5
2009–2010	Hereford United F.C.		10	0
2010	APEP F.C.		0	0
2010–	Ras AlKhaima Club	UAE Division 1 Group A	–	–
	Total		212	32

Appearances and goals are league figures where recorded on Wikidata; “–” means not recorded.

International career

Years	Team	Level	Caps	Goals
2000–2009	The Gambia	Senior	14	7

International goals (1)

#	Date	Match	Min	Competition
1	12 Oct 2003	Gambia 2–0 Liberia	79	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 Edrissa Sonko?

Edrissa Sonko was born on 23 March 1980, which makes him 46 years old.

Where was Edrissa Sonko born?

Edrissa Sonko was born in Essau, Gambia.

Which national team does Edrissa Sonko play for?

Edrissa Sonko played international football for The Gambia. He has 14 caps and 7 goals on record.

Which clubs has Edrissa Sonko played for?

Edrissa Sonko's recorded clubs are R.S.C. Anderlecht, Roda JC Kerkrade, Xanthi F.C., Walsall F.C., Tranmere Rovers F.C., Hereford United F.C., APEP F.C. and Ras AlKhaima Club.

How tall is Edrissa Sonko?

Edrissa Sonko is 179 cm (5 ft 10 in) tall.

What position does Edrissa Sonko play?

Edrissa Sonko played as a midfielder.