Firmin Sanou
Burkinabe footballer
Burkina Faso
DefenderMidfielder
Firmin Sanou: profile
Firmin Sanou (born 21 April 1973 in Bobo-Dioulasso, Burkina Faso) is a former Burkinabé footballer who played as a defender and midfielder.
Sanou started out at RC Bobo in 1991. He played for 4 clubs in 2 countries between 1991 and 2010.
At international level, Sanou represented Burkina Faso (1995–2002). Our match database lists 1 of his international goals; the first came against Kenya on 6 April 1997 (World Cup Qualification).
Bobo-Dioulasso has produced 50 footballers in our database, including Wilfried Sanou, Bertrand Traoré and Charles Kaboré.
Key facts
- Senior international debut
- 1995 (aged about 22)
- First international goal
- 1997 – aged 23 (match)
- Club career
- 1991–2010 (20 seasons)
- Countries played in
- 2: Burkina Faso and France
- Height
- 178 cm — taller than 23% of Burkinabé internationals on record
- Latest move
- UMS Montélimar (2004)
- Shares a birthday with
- Mitchell Weiser, Ibrahima Traoré and Prejuce Nakoulma (more)
Club career
| Years | Club | League | Apps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991–1995 | RC Bobo |
Burkinabé Premier League | – | – |
| 1995–2000 | Étoile Filante de Ouagadougou |
Burkinabé Premier League | – | – |
| 2000–2004 |  ASOA Valence |
Championnat National 3 | – | – |
| 2004–2010 | UMS Montélimar |
– | – |
Appearances and goals are league figures where recorded on Wikidata; “–” means not recorded.
International career
| Years | Team | Level | Caps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995–2002 | Burkina Faso |
Senior | – | – |
International goals (1)
| # | Date | Match | Min | Competition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 6 Apr 1997 | Kenya 4–3 Burkina Faso | 42 (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 Firmin Sanou?
Firmin Sanou was born on 21 April 1973, which makes him 53 years old.
Where was Firmin Sanou born?
Firmin Sanou was born in Bobo-Dioulasso, Burkina Faso.
Which national team does Firmin Sanou play for?
Firmin Sanou played international football for Burkina Faso.
Which clubs has Firmin Sanou played for?
Firmin Sanou's recorded clubs are RC Bobo, Étoile Filante de Ouagadougou, ASOA Valence and UMS Montélimar.
How tall is Firmin Sanou?
Firmin Sanou is 178 cm (5 ft 10 in) tall.
What position does Firmin Sanou play?
Firmin Sanou played as a defender and midfielder.
Burkinabé players of the same generation
Nilson Corrêa JúniorBurkina Faso · b. 1975
I
Ismaël KoudouBurkina Faso · b. 1975
B
Brahima TraoréBurkina Faso · b. 1974
S
Seydou TraoréBurkina Faso · b. 1970
S
Sidi NaponBurkina Faso · b. 1972
M
Mamadou KonéBurkina Faso · b. 1974
B
Brahima KorbeogoBurkina Faso · b. 1975
D
Daouda CompaoréBurkina Faso · b. 1973