Aliou Dieng

Malian footballer, played for ES Tunis

Aliou Dieng - Malian footballer, played for ES Tunis
Born

October 16th, 1997
27 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Mali

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A professional footballer, played as a midfielder. Started career in Mali before joining ES Tunis in the Tunisian Ligue Professionnelle 1. Gained recognition for contributions to the team in domestic and continental competitions, including the CAF Champions League. Represented the Mali national team in various international fixtures.

Played for ES Tunis in the CAF Champions League

Represented Mali at international levels

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