Salif Diao: Career Stats, Clubs, Age & Nationality

Salif Diao: profile

Salif Diao (born 10 February 1977 in Kédougou, Senegal) is a former Senegalese footballer who played as a midfielder.

Diao made the step into senior football with S.A.S. Épinal in 1996. He played for 7 clubs in 3 countries between 1996 and 2012. His most appearances came at Stoke City F.C. (2007–2012), where he made 72 appearances and scored 1 goal. Across all recorded club spells he totals 216 appearances and 2 goals.

At international level, Diao represented Senegal (2001–2008). Our match database lists 4 of his international goals; the first came against DR Congo on 4 February 2002 (Africa Cup of Nations).

Kédougou has produced 3 footballers in our database, including Mamadou Sylla Diallo and Oumar Diakhite.

Nationality explained: Why does Salif Diao play for Senegal?

Key facts

Senior international debut: 2001 (aged about 24)
First international goal: 2002 – aged 25 (match)
Club career: 1996–2012 (17 seasons)
Countries played in: 3: France, Monaco and United Kingdom
Club goals per game: 0.01 (2 in 216)
Height: 186 cm — taller than 65% of Senegalese internationals on record
Latest move: Stoke City F.C. (2006)
Shares a birthday with: Naby Keïta, Elias Achouri and Nuno da Costa (more)

Club career

Years	Club	League	Apps	Goals
1996–1997	S.A.S. Épinal	Ligue 3	2	0
1996–2000	AS Monaco FC	Ligue 1	27	0
2000–2002	CS Sedan Ardennes	Ligue 3	49	0
2002–2007	Liverpool F.C.	Premier League	37	1
2005	Birmingham City F.C.	EFL Championship	2	0
2005–2006	Portsmouth F.C.	EFL Championship	11	0
2006–2007	Stoke City F.C.	EFL Championship	16	0
2007–2012	Stoke City F.C.	EFL Championship	72	1
	Total		216	2

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

International career

Years	Team	Level	Caps	Goals
2001–2008	Senegal	Senior	–	–

International goals (4)

#	Date	Match	Min	Competition
1	4 Feb 2002	Senegal 2–0 DR Congo	30	Africa Cup of Nations
2	7 Feb 2002	Nigeria 1–2 Senegal	97	Africa Cup of Nations
3	6 Jun 2002	Denmark 1–1 Senegal	52	FIFA World Cup
4	5 Sep 2008	Algeria 3–2 Senegal	54	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 Salif Diao?

Salif Diao was born on 10 February 1977, which makes him 49 years old.

Where was Salif Diao born?

Salif Diao was born in Kédougou, Senegal.

Which national team does Salif Diao play for?

Salif Diao played international football for Senegal.

Which clubs has Salif Diao played for?

Salif Diao's recorded clubs are S.A.S. Épinal, AS Monaco FC, CS Sedan Ardennes, Liverpool F.C., Birmingham City F.C., Portsmouth F.C. and Stoke City F.C..

How tall is Salif Diao?

Salif Diao is 186 cm (6 ft 1 in) tall.

What position does Salif Diao play?

Salif Diao played as a midfielder.