Fousseni Diawara
Fousseni Diawara | |
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| Born | August 28, 1980 France |
| Occupation(s) | Football manager, former professional footballer |
| Years active | 2000–2015 (player) |
| Known for | Playing as right-back for Mali national team |
Fousseni Diawara (born 28 August 1980) is a former professional footballer who played as a right-back and currently works as a football manager. Although born in France, he represented the Mali national team from 2001 until 2015.
Club career
Diawara's professional journey started with the Paris-based club Red Star. In 2000, he transferred to Saint-Étienne, making his first appearance in September against Rennes. He moved to Greek club Panionios in January 2008, signing a contract for two and a half years. Subsequently, on 10 September 2009, Diawara agreed to a one-year contract with Istres, followed by a transfer to Ajaccio on 16 June 2010.
International career
Between 2001 and 2015, Diawara was capped 53 times while representing the Mali national team.
Managerial career
Following his retirement after the conclusion of the 2014–15 season, Diawara took on the role of coordinator for Mali’s national squad. On 12 December 2023, he was named assistant coach of the Guinea national team, working alongside head coach Kaba Diawara.
Personal life
Diawara possesses both French and Malian citizenship. He is also the sibling of fellow professional footballers Samba and Abdoulaye.
Honours
Mali
- Africa Cup of Nations third place: 2013