Jean-Désiré Sikely
Ivorian footballer
Ivory Coast
ForwardMidfielder
Jean-Désiré Sikely: profile
Jean-Désiré Sikely (born 27 January 1951 in Grand-Lahou, Ivory Coast) is a retired Ivorian footballer who played as a forward and midfielder.
Sikely made the step into senior football with Olympique de Marseille in 1973. He played for 5 clubs between 1973 and 1985. His most appearances came at Montpellier Hérault Sport Club (1980–1982), where he made 41 appearances and scored 4 goals. Across all recorded club spells he totals 49 appearances and 8 goals.
At international level, Sikely represented Ivory Coast (1983–1985).
Grand-Lahou has produced 3 footballers in our database, including Seydou Traoré and Djakaridja Traoré.
Key facts
- Senior international debut
- 1983 (aged about 32)
- Club career
- 1973–1985 (13 seasons)
- Club goals per game
- 0.16 (8 in 49)
- Shares a birthday with
- Karim El Ahmadi, Rani Khedira and Hamary Traoré (more)
Club career
| Years | Club | League | Apps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1973–1975 |  Olympique de Marseille |
Ligue 1 | 8 | 4 |
| 1975–1978 | Sporting Toulon Var |
Championnat National 1 | – | – |
| 1978–1979 | Olympique de Marseille |
Ligue 1 | – | – |
| 1979–1980 | FC Martigues |
Ligue 2 | – | – |
| 1980–1982 | Montpellier Hérault Sport Club |
Ligue 2 | 41 | 4 |
| 1980–1983 | Montpellier Hérault Sport Club |
Ligue 2 | – | – |
| 1982–1985 | FC Sète |
Championnat National 1 | – | – |
| 1983–1985 | FC Sète |
Championnat National 1 | – | – |
| Total | 49 | 8 |
Appearances and goals are league figures where recorded on Wikidata; “–” means not recorded.
International career
| Years | Team | Level | Caps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1983–1985 | Ivory Coast |
Senior | – | – |
Frequently asked questions
How old is Jean-Désiré Sikely?
Jean-Désiré Sikely was born on 27 January 1951, which makes him 75 years old.
Where was Jean-Désiré Sikely born?
Jean-Désiré Sikely was born in Grand-Lahou, Ivory Coast.
Which national team does Jean-Désiré Sikely play for?
Jean-Désiré Sikely played international football for Ivory Coast.
Which clubs has Jean-Désiré Sikely played for?
Jean-Désiré Sikely's recorded clubs are Olympique de Marseille, Sporting Toulon Var, FC Martigues, Montpellier Hérault Sport Club and FC Sète.
What position does Jean-Désiré Sikely play?
Jean-Désiré Sikely played as a forward and midfielder.