Wilfried Kanon
Ivorian footballer
Ivory Coast
Defender
Wilfried Kanon: profile
Wilfried Kanon (born 6 July 1993 in Abidjan, Ivory Coast) is a retired Ivorian footballer who played as a defender.
Kanon started out at Gloria Bistrița in 2012. He played for 4 clubs in 3 countries since 2012. The busiest spell of his career was at Gloria Bistrița (2012–2013): 25 appearances and 0 goals. Across all recorded club spells he totals 30 appearances and 0 goals.
At international level, Kanon represented Ivory Coast (2015–present). Our match database lists 1 of his international goals; the first came against DR Congo on 4 February 2015 (Africa Cup of Nations).
Abidjan has produced 288 footballers in our database, including Didier Drogba, Seydou Doumbia and Basile Boli.
Key facts
- Senior international debut
- 2015 (aged about 22)
- First international goal
- 2015 – aged 21 (match)
- Countries played in
- 3: Romania, Netherlands and Italy
- Club goals per game
- 0.00 (0 in 30)
- Height
- 188 cm — taller than 89% of Ivorian internationals on record
- Latest move
- ASC Corona 2010 Brașov (2013)
- Shares a birthday with
- Magaye Gueye, Carolus Andriamatsinoro and Anderson Lucoqui (more)
Club career
| Years | Club | League | Apps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012–2013 |  Gloria Bistrița |
Liga IV | 25 | 0 |
| 2013 | ASC Corona 2010 Brașov |
Liga III | 5 | 0 |
| 2013– | ADO Den Haag | Eredivisie | – | – |
| — |  Empoli FC |
Serie B | – | – |
| Total | 30 | 0 |
Appearances and goals are league figures where recorded on Wikidata; “–” means not recorded.
International career
| Years | Team | Level | Caps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015– | Ivory Coast |
Senior | – | – |
International goals (1)
| # | Date | Match | Min | Competition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 4 Feb 2015 | DR Congo 1–3 Ivory Coast | 68 | Africa Cup of Nations |
*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 Wilfried Kanon?
Wilfried Kanon was born on 6 July 1993, which makes him 33 years old.
Where was Wilfried Kanon born?
Wilfried Kanon was born in Abidjan, Ivory Coast.
Which national team does Wilfried Kanon play for?
Wilfried Kanon played international football for Ivory Coast.
Which clubs has Wilfried Kanon played for?
Wilfried Kanon's recorded clubs are Gloria Bistrița, ASC Corona 2010 Brașov, ADO Den Haag and Empoli FC.
How tall is Wilfried Kanon?
Wilfried Kanon is 188 cm (6 ft 2 in) tall.
What position does Wilfried Kanon play?
Wilfried Kanon played as a defender.
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