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Diafra Sakho is a Senegalese professional footballer who plays as a striker. Born on April 24, 1989, in Thiès, Senegal, Sakho began his football career at a young age.

**Early Life and Career**

Sakho started playing football at the local level in Senegal before moving to France to join the youth academy of Paris Saint-Germain in 2007. However, he was released by the club in 2009 and joined the youth academy of Évian Thonon Gaillard FC.

**Professional Career**

Sakho made his professional debut for Évian Thonon Gaillard FC in 2009. He then moved to Metz in 2011, where he played for two seasons before joining Stade Brestois in 2013. His impressive performances in France caught the attention of English clubs, and he signed with Newcastle United in 2014.

During his time at Newcastle United, Sakho scored 17 goals in 41 appearances, including a crucial goal against Manchester United in a 1-0 win. He also played for West Ham United on loan in 2015 before making the move permanent in 2016.

**International Career**

Sakho has represented Senegal at the international level, earning his first cap in 2012. He has also played for the Senegal national team in several international tournaments, including the Africa Cup of Nations.

**Achievements and Impact**

Sakho's achievements include:

* Winning the Ligue 2 title with Évian Thonon Gaillard FC in 2011
* Scoring 17 goals in 41 appearances for Newcastle United
* Representing Senegal at the Africa Cup of Nations
* Playing for several top-tier clubs in France and England

Sakho's impact on the football world is significant, as he has inspired many young players from Senegal and Africa to pursue their dreams in football. His determination and hard work have made him a role model for many aspiring footballers.

**Current Status**

Sakho currently plays for Hatayspor in the Turkish Süper Lig. Despite facing several injuries and setbacks throughout his career, Sakho remains a talented and experienced striker who continues to make a significant impact on the football world.
Diafra Sakho is a Senegalese former professional footballer. Born on December 24, 1989, in M'bour, Senegal, he played as a striker or a winger. 

Key Facts about Diafra Sakho:
1. **Early Career:** Sakho began his youth career at Mbour's Petite Côte and later joined Paris Saint-Germain for training, before moving to Netherlands where he joined ASWH in 2006, then later to  RBC Roosendaal in 2007.
2. **Professional Career:** Sakho began his professional career at RBC Roosendaal in 2008. In 2012, he signed a four-year deal with Hamburger SV in the Bundesliga, scoring 17 goals in 59 games, but played on loan for several teams including Dijon in France's Ligue 2 from January to June 2013. 
   **In 2014, Sakho transferred to Crystal Palace but only stayed there for three months and later joined  Watford but the move also was short-lived.**
3.  **Crystal Palace then ### transfered  him to Premier League rival- Newcastle United in 2013, he was sold to Watford FC- One Week ### then,  Watford FC sold him on Loan transfer to FC Metz.**
4.  **In 2014 Sakho became a transfer target for Stoke City FC, then left Watford and made the transfer to Stoke City transferring him in a permanent deal**
5.  **Transfer to Rennes:** Sakho then moved to FC Renn in France's Ligue 1 in January 2020 on a six-month contract, to be released without being extended.
6. **International Career:** Sakho played for the Senegal national team and made 19 appearances, scoring four goals between 2013 and 2017.

Achievements and Impact:

1.  **In 2014, Sakho signed a new four-year contract with Newcastle United, extending his stay at the club**
2.  **During his time at RBC Roosendaal, Sakho helped the team achieve promotion from the Dutch second division to the Eerste Divisie in 2009.**
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