Papa Bouba Diop Football player

Pape "Papa" Bouba Diop (born 28 January 1978) is a Senegalese footballer who is a free agent.His preferred position is defensive midfield but can also play as a centre back, where he previously played at Lens. His nickname is "The Wardrobe", given to him by Fulham fans, due to his height and large frame. Diop is well known for his strength and aggression, long-range shots, solid style of play and his leadership. His playing style and ability have drawn comparisons to Patrick Vieira.Diop's second of a total of 11 international goals for Senegal launched his national team onto a global stage. The 1–0 defeat of then-world champions France was the opening match of the 2002 FIFA World Cup, and Senegal's first ever match at the FIFA World Cup.

Personal facts

Birth dateJanuary 28, 1978
Birth place
Dakar , Senegal national football team
Height (meters)1.95

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Football player

position
Midfielder
Defender (association football)
teams
Fulham F.C.
A.E.K. Athens F.C.
ASC Diaraf
West Ham United F.C.
Neuchâtel Xamax
Birmingham City F.C.
Portsmouth F.C.
RC Lens
Senegal national football team
Grasshopper Club Zürich
FC Vevey-Sports 05

Papa Bouba Diop on Wikipedia

External resources

  1. http://www.sitercl.com/Fichejo/D/diopboub.htm