Biography
Who is Siaka Tiéné?
Early football career
Siaka Tiéné began his professional path at ASEC Mimosas in his home country of Ivory Coast. He developed his skills within the academy at ASEC Abidjan before moving to South Africa. During his time in the South African Premier Soccer League, he played for Mamelodi Sundowns F.C.
His move to Europe occurred in the summer of 2005. He signed with the French club Saint-Étienne and remained there until October 2006. Following a period where he could not secure a midfield spot, he joined Stade de Reims on a loan deal.
Club career highlights
After his loan period, Siaka returned to Saint-Étienne during the summer of 2007. In June 2010, he signed with Paris Saint-Germain. He spent three years with the club and earned a Ligue 1 domestic title during the 2012–13 season.
Following his time in Paris, he signed with Montpellier in June 2013. He made 44 league appearances for the team over two seasons before being released in July 2015. His professional career included stints at Valenciennes F.C. And other well-known teams.
International career and honors
Siaka Tiéné represented the Ivory Coast national team in 96 appearances and scored two goals. He participated in seven different Africa Cup of Nations tournaments, specifically in 2002, 2006, 2008, 2010, 2012, 2013, and 2015. He also played in the 2010 FIFA World Cup.
He was part of the squads that finished as runners-up in 2006 and 2012. In 2015, he captained the Ivory Coast to an Africa Cup of Nations victory. Also, he was named to the Africa Cup of Nations Team of the Tournament in 2013.
Birthday and age
Siaka Tiéné was born on February 22, 1982, which makes Siaka 44 years old today. That birthday falls under the Pisces sign. Siaka shares the date with 56 other famous people.
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