Lamine Diatta: profile
Lamine Diatta (born 2 July 1975 in Dakar, Senegal) is a retired Senegalese footballer who played as a centre-back and defender.
Diatta's senior club career began in 1998 at Toulouse FC. He played for 11 clubs in 5 countries between 1998 and 2012. His most appearances came at Stade Rennais F.C. (1999–2004), where he made 129 appearances and scored 11 goals. Across all recorded club spells he totals 229 appearances and 12 goals.
At international level, Diatta represented Senegal (2000–2008), earning 71 caps and scoring 4 goals. Our match database lists 2 of his international goals; the first came against Egypt on 20 January 2002 (Africa Cup of Nations).
Dakar has produced 305 footballers in our database, including Patrice Evra, Idrissa Gueye and Mame Biram Diouf.
Nationality explained: Why does Lamine Diatta play for Senegal?
Key facts
- Senior international debut
- 2000 (aged about 25)
- First international goal
- 2002 – aged 26 (match)
- Club career
- 1998–2012 (15 seasons)
- Countries played in
- 5: France, Turkey, United Kingdom, Qatar and Tunisia
- Club goals per game
- 0.05 (12 in 229)
- Height
- 183 cm — taller than 41% of Senegalese internationals on record
- Latest move
- Étoile Sportive du Sahel (2011)
- Shares a birthday with
- Baba Rahman, Kossi Agassa and Yassine Meriah (more)
Club career
| Years | Club | League | Apps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998–1999 |  Toulouse FC |
Ligue 1 | 25 | 0 |
| 1999 | Olympique de Marseille |
Ligue 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1999–2004 | Stade Rennais F.C. |
Ligue 1 | 129 | 11 |
| 2004–2006 | Olympique Lyonnais |
Ligue 1 | 30 | 0 |
| 2006–2007 | AS Saint-Étienne |
Ligue 2 | 25 | 1 |
| 2007–2008 |  Beşiktaş J.K. |
Süper Lig | 6 | 0 |
| 2008 |  Newcastle United F.C. |
Premier League | 2 | 0 |
| 2009 | Hamilton Academical F.C. |
Scottish Championship | 0 | 0 |
| 2009–2011 |  Al Ahli SC |
Qatar Stars League | – | – |
| 2011 |  Étoile Sportive du Sahel |
Tunisian Ligue Professionnelle 1 | 12 | 0 |
| 2011–2012 | Doncaster Rovers F.C. |
EFL League One | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 229 | 12 |
Appearances and goals are league figures where recorded on Wikidata; “–” means not recorded.
International career
| Years | Team | Level | Caps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000–2008 |  Senegal |
Senior | 71 | 4 |
International goals (2)
| # | Date | Match | Min | Competition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 20 Jan 2002 | Egypt 0–1 Senegal | 82 | Africa Cup of Nations |
| 2 | 5 Jun 2004 | Senegal 2–0 Congo | 59 | 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 Lamine Diatta?
Lamine Diatta was born on 2 July 1975, which makes him 51 years old.
Where was Lamine Diatta born?
Lamine Diatta was born in Dakar, Senegal.
Which national team does Lamine Diatta play for?
Lamine Diatta played international football for Senegal. He has 71 caps and 4 goals on record.
Which clubs has Lamine Diatta played for?
Lamine Diatta's recorded clubs are Toulouse FC, Olympique de Marseille, Stade Rennais F.C., Olympique Lyonnais, AS Saint-Étienne, Beşiktaş J.K., Newcastle United F.C., Hamilton Academical F.C., Al Ahli SC, Étoile Sportive du Sahel and Doncaster Rovers F.C..
How tall is Lamine Diatta?
Lamine Diatta is 183 cm (6 ft 0 in) tall.
What position does Lamine Diatta play?
Lamine Diatta played as a centre-back and defender.
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