Ibrahima Konaté

French footballer; UEFA Champions League winner

Ibrahima Konaté - French footballer; UEFA Champions League winner
Born

May 25th, 1999
26 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

France

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Born in France in 1999, a professional footballer plays as a central defender. Developed skills at Sochaux's youth academy before joining RB Leipzig in 2017. Helped the team secure the DFB-Pokal title in 2021. Transferred to Liverpool FC in 2021, contributing to the team's success in domestic and European competitions. Achieved recognition for defensive capabilities and became part of the squad that won the UEFA Champions League.

Won the UEFA Champions League with Liverpool

Secured the DFB-Pokal title with RB Leipzig

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