Yussuf Saleh: profile
Yussuf Saleh (born 22 March 1984 in Solna Municipality, Sweden) is a former Ethiopian footballer who played as a midfielder.
Saleh started out at Hässelby SK in 2006. He played for 10 clubs in 3 countries since 2006. His most appearances came at Syrianska FC (2010–2011), where he made 46 appearances and scored 3 goals. Across all recorded club spells he totals 214 appearances and 39 goals.
At international level, Saleh represented Ethiopia (2012–present).
Solna Municipality has produced 3 footballers in our database, including Henok Goitom and Martin Mutumba.
Nationality explained: Why does Yussuf Saleh play for Ethiopia?
Key facts
- Senior international debut
- 2012 (aged about 28)
- Countries played in
- 3: Sweden, Spain and Kazakhstan
- Club goals per game
- 0.18 (39 in 214)
- Height
- 177 cm — taller than 26% of Ethiopian internationals on record
- Latest move
- AFC Eskilstuna (2015)
- Shares a birthday with
- Owusu Benson, Lamine Sané and Ahmed Aboul Fotouh (more)
Club career
| Years | Club | League | Apps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006–2007 |  Hässelby SK |
32 | 10 | |
| 2007–2008 | Vasalunds IF |
Ettan Norra | 28 | 11 |
| 2008 |  Ciudad de Murcia |
LaLiga 2 | 30 | 10 |
| 2008–2011 | AIK Fotboll |
Allsvenskan | 14 | 0 |
| 2010–2011 | Syrianska FC |
Allsvenskan | 46 | 3 |
| 2012 | Syrianska FC |
Allsvenskan | 24 | 1 |
| 2013 |  FC Tobol |
Kazakhstan Premier League | 10 | 1 |
| 2014 | Syrianska FC |
Allsvenskan | 10 | 2 |
| 2014–2015 | IK Sirius FK |
Allsvenskan | 3 | 0 |
| 2014–2015 | IK Sirius |
3 | 0 | |
| 2015 | AFC Eskilstuna |
Superettan | 14 | 1 |
| — | Råsunda IS |
– | – | |
| Total | 214 | 39 |
Appearances and goals are league figures where recorded on Wikidata; “–” means not recorded.
International career
| Years | Team | Level | Caps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012– |  Ethiopia |
Senior | – | – |
Frequently asked questions
How old is Yussuf Saleh?
Yussuf Saleh was born on 22 March 1984, which makes him 42 years old.
Where was Yussuf Saleh born?
Yussuf Saleh was born in Solna Municipality, Sweden.
Which national team does Yussuf Saleh play for?
Yussuf Saleh played international football for Ethiopia.
Which clubs has Yussuf Saleh played for?
Yussuf Saleh's recorded clubs are Hässelby SK, Vasalunds IF, Ciudad de Murcia, AIK Fotboll, Syrianska FC, FC Tobol, IK Sirius FK, IK Sirius, AFC Eskilstuna and Råsunda IS.
How tall is Yussuf Saleh?
Yussuf Saleh is 177 cm (5 ft 10 in) tall.
What position does Yussuf Saleh play?
Yussuf Saleh played as a midfielder.
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Walid AttaEthiopia · b. 1986
A
Adane GirmaEthiopia · Awassa City F.C.
F
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Amin AskarEthiopia · b. 1985
Minyahil TeshomeEthiopia · b. 1985
D
Degu DebebeEthiopia · b. 1984
B
Birhanu BogaleEthiopia · b. 1986
A
Asrat MegersaEthiopia · b. 1987
A
Aynalem HailuEthiopia · b. 1986
A
Addis HintsaEthiopia · b. 1987
D
Dawit MebratuEthiopia · b. 1984
Y
Yordanos AbayEthiopia · b. 1984