Kamara played internationally for Senegal, representing them at three Africa Cup of Nations.
He played for Eskişehirspor from 2011 to 2014.
Kamara began his professional career with Unione Sportiva Catanzaro in 1999.
Биография
Early Life
Diomansy Mehdi Moustapha Kamara was born in 1980 in Paris, France, and grew up in Gennevilliers. His football journey began at Red Star 93, where he showcased his talent before moving to Italy to join Unione Sportiva Catanzaro in the 1999–2000 season. During his time there, he made 34 league appearances and scored nine goals, establishing himself as a promising forward.
Career Highlights
Kamara's career took off when he signed with Modena F.C., where he played from 2001 to 2004, netting 15 goals in 82 appearances. His impressive performances caught the attention of Portsmouth F.C., who signed him in 2004 for a then-record fee of £2.5 million. Despite a challenging season marred by injuries, he later transferred to West Bromwich Albion, where he made his debut in August 2005 and scored his first goal for the club against Manchester City in December of the same year.
Over the years, Kamara played for several clubs, including Fulham F.C., Leicester City F.C., and Eskişehirspor, before concluding his club career with NorthEast United FC in 2015. Internationally, he represented the Senegal national team from 2003 to 2011, earning 50 caps and scoring nine goals, including appearances in three Africa Cup of Nations tournaments.
Legacy
Kamara's contributions to football were recognized when he was named in the PFA Team of the Year for the 2006–07 Football League Championship. His journey from the streets of Paris to professional football exemplifies his dedication and talent as a forward, leaving a lasting impact on the clubs he played for and the national team he represented.
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Карьера и клубы
Early career
Born in Paris, Kamara grew up in Gennevilliers. He began his professional career with Red Star 93 before joining Catanzaro during the 1999–2000 season. He made 34 league appearances and scored nine times for the Calabrian club before signing for Modena. In three seasons there, he scored 15 times in 82 appearances, impressing many with his speed and agility.
Portsmouth
In August 2004, Portsmouth wanted to sign Kamara for a loan deal but eventually signed him for £2.5 million for a permanent transfer, making him their then record signing. However, despite a bright start, Kamara struggled for form and injuries during the 2004–05 season, and after just one year at Portsmouth they took advantage of a clause in his contract which allowed them to move him on to West Bromwich Albion whilst only paying £1 million of his initial transfer fee to Modena. Albion paid £1.5 million for Kamara.
West Bromwich Albion
Kamara made his Albion debut on 13 August 2005, replacing Kanu in the 60th minute in a 0–0 draw away at Manchester City. He picked up a yellow card in each of his first three games for the club. His first goal for West Brom was scored in a 4–1 Hawthorns win over Bradford City in the League Cup, on 20 September 2005. It was one of only two goals scored by Kamara during 2005–06; his first league goal for the club was scored against Manchester City on 10 December 2005, Albion winning 2–0. Albion were relegated from the Premier League that…
Kamara played 50 games and scored nine goals for the Senegal national team.
- Club
- Unione Sportiva Catanzaro (2014–2015)
- Club
- Eskişehirspor (2011–2014)
- Club
- Unione Sportiva Catanzaro (1999–2001)
- Club
- Portsmouth F.C. (2004–2005)
- Club
- Celtic F.C. (2010–2010)
- Club
- Leicester City F.C. (2011–2011)
- Club
- Red Star F.C. (1998–1999)
- Club
- West Bromwich Albion F.C. (2005–2007)
- Club
- Modena F.C. (2001–2004)
- Club
- Fulham F.C. (2007–2011)
- Club
- NorthEast United FC (2015–2015)
- League
- Premier League
- National team
- Senegal
- Club
- Senegal men's national association football team (2003–2011)
Наследие
Клубы
- Red Star F.C.1998–1999
- Unione Sportiva Catanzaro1999–2001
- Modena F.C.2001–2004
- Senegal men's national association football team2003–2011
- Portsmouth F.C.2004–2005
- West Bromwich Albion F.C.2005–2007
- Fulham F.C.2007–2011
- Celtic F.C.2010–2010
- Eskişehirspor2011–2014
- Leicester City F.C.2011–2011
- Unione Sportiva Catanzaro2014–2015
- NorthEast United FC2015–2015
Играл вместе с
- Aaron CookPortsmouth F.C. · 1998–1999
- Aaron FlahavanPortsmouth F.C. · 1994–2001
Aaron HughesFulham F.C. · 2007–2014
Aaron McCareyPortsmouth F.C. · 2015–2015
Aaron MokoenaPortsmouth F.C. · 2009–2012- Abdel-Zaher El-SaquaEskişehirspor · 2009–2010
Abdelkader FerhaouiRed Star F.C. · 2000–2001- Abderrahmane SoukhaneRed Star F.C. · 1967–1968
Abdeslam OuaddouFulham F.C. · 2001–2003
Abdoulaye MéïtéRed Star F.C. · 1998–2000- Abdoulaye MéïtéWest Bromwich Albion F.C. · 2008–2011
Abdul Fatawu IssahakLeicester City F.C. · 2023
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Идентификаторы и алиасы
Diomansy Mehdi Moustapha Kamara is a former professional footballer who played as a striker. Born in Paris, France, he played internationally for Senegal, whom he represented at three Africa Cup of Nations.
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