El Hadji Ba

French footballer with strong midfield presence

El Hadji Ba - French footballer with strong midfield presence
Born

March 5th, 1993
32 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

France

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Born in 1993, this footballer began career at Paris Saint-Germain and later moved to several clubs, including a stint at St. Étienne and Dijon. Primarily played as a midfielder, showcasing significant skills in both defensive and offensive roles. Contributed to the team's efforts in domestic leagues and cup competitions. Spent several years competing in various European leagues, bringing expertise and experience to each team.

Played for Paris Saint-Germain

Contributed to St. Étienne's midfield

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