Yaya Touré

Ivorian footballer and midfielder

Yaya Touré - Ivorian footballer and midfielder
Born

May 13th, 1983
41 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Ivory Coast

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A prominent Ivorian footballer, this midfielder played for several top European clubs, most notably FC Barcelona and Manchester City. At Barcelona, contributed to winning the UEFA Champions League in 2009. Transitioned to Manchester City, where played a vital role in the team’s Premier League successes during his tenure. Represented the Ivory Coast national team, winning the Africa Cup of Nations in 2015. Renowned for exceptional skills, tactical awareness, and physicality on the pitch.

Played for FC Barcelona and won UEFA Champions League 2009

Played for Manchester City and won Premier League titles 2012, 2014, 2018, 2019

Won Africa Cup of Nations with Ivory Coast in 2015

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