Cheick Tioté

Ivorian footballer, midfielder at Newcastle

Cheick Tioté - Ivorian footballer, midfielder at Newcastle
Born

1986
39 years ago

Died

June 5th, 2017
8 years ago — 31 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Ivory Coast

Links & References

Played as a midfielder primarily for Newcastle United in the English Premier League. Also represented the Ivory Coast national team. Contributed to Newcastle's solid performances during a competitive era. Participated in various international tournaments, including the Africa Cup of Nations and the FIFA World Cup.

Played for Newcastle United from 2010 to 2017

Represented Ivory Coast in the 2014 FIFA World Cup

Was part of the team that won the Africa Cup of Nations in 2015

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