Youssouf Hersi

Ethiopian footballer and midfielder

Youssouf Hersi - Ethiopian footballer and midfielder
Born

August 20th, 1982
42 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Ethiopia

Links & References

Played professional football primarily as a midfielder. Started a career in the youth ranks of Ethiopia's football academies before moving to clubs in Europe and Australia. Gained experience in leagues such as the Dutch Eredivisie and the Australian A-League. Contributed significantly to club teams and also represented the national team in various international competitions.

Played for FC Twente in the Eredivisie

Competed in the A-League with Melbourne Victory

Represented the national team of Ethiopia

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