Seydou Doumbia
Ivorian footballer and top goal scorer
Born
December 31st, 1987
37 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Ivory Coast
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A professional footballer from Ivory Coast, achieved significant success in various leagues and competitions. Played as a forward for several clubs including BSC Young Boys, CSKA Moscow, and AS Roma. Gained recognition for outstanding goal-scoring ability and speed on the pitch. Contributed to the success of CSKA Moscow in winning the Russian Premier League and the Russian Cup, establishing a reputation as a key player in the team's attacking lineup.
Top goal scorer for CSKA Moscow
Russian Premier League champion
Played in UEFA Champions League
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