Samir Bakaou: profile
Samir Bakaou (born 17 October 1954 in Sousse, Tunisia) is a former Tunisian footballer who played as a midfielder.
Bakaou's senior club career began in 1970 at Étoile Sportive du Sahel. He played for 4 clubs in 3 countries between 1970 and 1990. His most appearances came at GAIS (1988–1990), where he made 58 appearances and scored 13 goals. Across all recorded club spells he totals 122 appearances and 37 goals.
At international level, Bakaou represented Tunisia (1981–1982), earning 45 caps and scoring 3 goals.
Sousse has produced 52 footballers in our database, including Aymen Abdennour, Rami Bedoui and Ziad Jaziri.
Nationality explained: Why does Samir Bakaou play for Tunisia?
Key facts
- Senior international debut
- 1981 (aged about 27)
- Club career
- 1970–1990 (21 seasons)
- Countries played in
- 3: Tunisia, United Arab Emirates and Sweden
- Club goals per game
- 0.30 (37 in 122)
- Shares a birthday with
- Kenneth Omeruo, Guéla Doué and Nnamdi Oduamadi (more)
Club career
| Years | Club | League | Apps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1970–1981 |  Étoile Sportive du Sahel |
Tunisian Ligue Professionnelle 1 | – | – |
| 1982–1984 |  Al-Wahda S.C.C. |
UAE Pro League | – | – |
| 1984–1986 |  GAIS |
Allsvenskan | 51 | 24 |
| 1987 | Västra Frölunda IF Fotboll |
13 | 0 | |
| 1988–1990 | GAIS |
Allsvenskan | 58 | 13 |
| Total | 122 | 37 |
Appearances and goals are league figures where recorded on Wikidata; “–” means not recorded.
International career
| Years | Team | Level | Caps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1981–1982 | Tunisia |
Senior | 45 | 3 |
Frequently asked questions
How old is Samir Bakaou?
Samir Bakaou was born on 17 October 1954, which makes him 72 years old.
Where was Samir Bakaou born?
Samir Bakaou was born in Sousse, Tunisia.
Which national team does Samir Bakaou play for?
Samir Bakaou played international football for Tunisia. He has 45 caps and 3 goals on record.
Which clubs has Samir Bakaou played for?
Samir Bakaou's recorded clubs are Étoile Sportive du Sahel, Al-Wahda S.C.C., GAIS and Västra Frölunda IF Fotboll.
What position does Samir Bakaou play?
Samir Bakaou played as a midfielder.
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