Tanguy Coulibaly

French footballer with Stade Rennais FC

Tanguy Coulibaly - French footballer with Stade Rennais FC
Born

February 18th, 2001
24 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

France

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Born in February 2001, a professional footballer played as a winger. Developed in the youth system of Stade Rennais FC, debuted in Ligue 1. Gained recognition for speed and agility on the pitch. Later transferred to play for VfB Stuttgart in the Bundesliga, contributing to the team's attacking plays and securing a regular starting position.

Debuted in Ligue 1 with Stade Rennais FC

Transferred to VfB Stuttgart in Bundesliga

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