Ibrahima Bakayoko: profile
Ibrahima Bakayoko (born 31 December 1976 in Séguéla, Ivory Coast) is a former Ivorian footballer who played as a forward.
Bakayoko started out at Stade d'Abidjan in 1994. He played for 14 clubs in 6 countries since 1994. His most appearances came at Olympique de Marseille (1999–2003), where he made 115 appearances and scored 34 goals. Across all recorded club spells he totals 521 appearances and 135 goals.
At international level, Bakayoko represented Ivory Coast (1996–2002), earning 45 caps and scoring 30 goals. Our match database lists 13 of his international goals; the first came against Namibia on 8 February 1998 (Africa Cup of Nations).
Séguéla has produced 7 footballers in our database, including Ismaël Diallo, Dijilly Arsene Dit Patrick Vouho and Christ Tape.
Nationality explained: Why does Ibrahima Bakayoko play for Ivory Coast?
Key facts
- Senior international debut
- 1996 (aged about 20)
- First international goal
- 1998 – aged 21 (match)
- Countries played in
- 6: Ivory Coast, France, United Kingdom, Spain, Italy and Greece
- Club goals per game
- 0.26 (135 in 521)
- Height
- 180 cm — taller than 47% of Ivorian internationals on record
- Latest move
- Stade Bordelais (2014)
- Shares a birthday with
- Zakaria El Ouahdi, Mohammed Rabiu and Bara Sapoko Ndiaye (more)
Club career
| Years | Club | League | Apps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1994–1995 |  Stade d'Abidjan |
Ligue 1 | 64 | 12 |
| 1995–1998 |  Montpellier Hérault Sport Club |
Ligue 2 | 76 | 25 |
| 1998–1999 |  Everton F.C. |
Premier League | 23 | 4 |
| 1999–2003 | Olympique de Marseille |
Ligue 1 | 115 | 34 |
| 2003–2004 |  Club Atlético Osasuna |
La Liga | 26 | 4 |
| 2004–2005 | FC Istres |
Championnat National 1 | 15 | 3 |
| 2005 | FC Istres |
Championnat National 1 | 15 | 3 |
| 2005–2007 |  US Livorno 1915 |
Serie C | 37 | 5 |
| 2007 | A.C.R. Messina |
Serie C | 6 | 1 |
| 2007–2008 |  Athlitiki Enosi Larissa F.C. |
Super League Greece 2 | 30 | 3 |
| 2008–2009 | PAOK FC |
Super League Greece | 30 | 8 |
| 2009–2012 | PAS Giannina F.C. |
Gamma Ethniki | 84 | 33 |
| 2012–2014 | A.S. Olympiakos Volou (football) |
Thessaly Football Clubs Association | – | – |
| 2014 | Stade Bordelais |
Championnat National 1 | – | – |
| 2014– | Stade bordelais |
– | – | |
| Total | 521 | 135 |
Appearances and goals are league figures where recorded on Wikidata; “–” means not recorded.
International career
| Years | Team | Level | Caps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996–2002 | Ivory Coast |
Senior | 45 | 30 |
International goals (13)
| # | Date | Match | Min | Competition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 8 Feb 1998 | Ivory Coast 4–3 Namibia | 34 | Africa Cup of Nations |
| 2 | 16 Feb 1998 | Ivory Coast 5–2 Angola | 56 | Africa Cup of Nations |
| 3 | 23 Apr 2000 | Ivory Coast 2–0 Rwanda | 35 | World Cup Qualification |
| 4 | 23 Apr 2000 | Ivory Coast 2–0 Rwanda | 66 | World Cup Qualification |
| 5 | 18 Jun 2000 | Ivory Coast 2–2 Tunisia | 45 | World Cup Qualification |
| 6 | 28 Jan 2001 | Madagascar 1–3 Ivory Coast | 39 | World Cup Qualification |
| 7 | 28 Jan 2001 | Madagascar 1–3 Ivory Coast | 46 | World Cup Qualification |
| 8 | 10 Mar 2001 | DR Congo 1–2 Ivory Coast | 45 | World Cup Qualification |
| 9 | 22 Apr 2001 | Ivory Coast 2–0 Congo | 85 | World Cup Qualification |
| 10 | 20 May 2001 | Tunisia 1–1 Ivory Coast | 33 | World Cup Qualification |
| 11 | 1 Jul 2001 | Ivory Coast 6–0 Madagascar | 25 | World Cup Qualification |
| 12 | 1 Jul 2001 | Ivory Coast 6–0 Madagascar | 40 (pen) | World Cup Qualification |
| 13 | 1 Jul 2001 | Ivory Coast 6–0 Madagascar | 83 | 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 Ibrahima Bakayoko?
Ibrahima Bakayoko was born on 31 December 1976, which makes him 49 years old.
Where was Ibrahima Bakayoko born?
Ibrahima Bakayoko was born in Séguéla, Ivory Coast.
Which national team does Ibrahima Bakayoko play for?
Ibrahima Bakayoko played international football for Ivory Coast. He has 45 caps and 30 goals on record.
Which clubs has Ibrahima Bakayoko played for?
Ibrahima Bakayoko's recorded clubs are Stade d'Abidjan, Montpellier Hérault Sport Club, Everton F.C., Olympique de Marseille, Club Atlético Osasuna, FC Istres, US Livorno 1915, A.C.R. Messina, Athlitiki Enosi Larissa F.C., PAOK FC, PAS Giannina F.C. and A.S. Olympiakos Volou (football) among others.
How tall is Ibrahima Bakayoko?
Ibrahima Bakayoko is 180 cm (5 ft 11 in) tall.
What position does Ibrahima Bakayoko play?
Ibrahima Bakayoko played as a forward.
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