Biography
Who is Arthur Boka?
Early life and career start
Etienne Arthur Boka was born on April 2, 1983, in Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire. He began his professional football path at the youth system of the local club ASEC Mimosas. He joined the team after walking in from the streets of the capital city and requesting a trial to demonstrate his abilities. After graduating from the academy, he moved to Europe to seek new opportunities. In 2002, he signed with the Belgian club K.S.K. Beveren to continue his professional development.
European professional path
Following his time in Belgium, Arthur Boka transferred to the French side RC Strasbourg for the 2004-05 season. He achieved success there, winning the Coupe de la Ligue during his tenure. When the club faced relegation after the 2005-06 season, he moved to Germany to play for VfB Stuttgart. During his time in the Bundesliga, he gained a reputation for his attacking style of play, which earned him the nickname The African Roberto Carlos. He secured the Bundesliga title with VfB Stuttgart in the 2006-07 season.
Arthur Boka extended his contract with the German team multiple times, remaining with them until 2014. While he primarily served as a left back, he transitioned into a defensive midfielder role during the 2012-13 season. In May 2014, he signed a two-year deal with the Spanish La Liga club Málaga CF. He later joined the Swiss team FC Sion in July 2016, though he left in February 2017 after making three Super League appearances. He eventually played for the Spanish side Atlético de Marbella in the seventh-tier Primera Andaluza.
International football career
Arthur Boka represented the Ivory Coast national team throughout his professional career, earning 72 caps and scoring one goal. He was a key member of the squad that competed in two FIFA World Cup tournaments, appearing in 2006 and 2010. During the 2006 World Cup, he played in all three group matches and provided an assist. In the 2010 World Cup, he played in the final group match against North Korea and recorded two assists.
He also participated in five Africa Cups of Nations, representing his country in 2006, 2008, 2010, 2012, and 2013. He helped the team reach the finals of the tournament in both 2006 and 2012, though Ivory Coast finished as the runner-up on both occasions after losing in penalty shootouts.
Height and personal life
Arthur Boka stands at 166 cm tall. He is known for his agility and pace on the pitch despite his small build. Regarding his personal life, he has been linked to the media personality Gina-Lisa Lohfink.
Birthday and age
Arthur Boka was born on April 2, 1983, which makes Arthur 43 years old today. That birthday falls under the Aries sign. Arthur shares the date with 61 other famous people.
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