Papa Oumar Coly
Senegalese footballer (born 1975)
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Papa Oumar Coly (born 20 May 1975) is a Senegalese former professional footballer who played as a defender. Besides Senegal, he has played in South Korea.[1][2][3] He has been called up to the Senegal national team.[4]
| Personal information | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Date of birth | 20 May 1975 | ||
| Place of birth | Senegal | ||
| Position | Defender | ||
| Senior career* | |||
| Years | Team | Apps | (Gls) |
| 2001–2003 | Daejeon | ||
| Port Autonome | |||
| * Club domestic league appearances and goals | |||
Career
Before the 2001 season, Coly signed for South Korean top flight side Daejeon, becoming their first ever foreign player.[5][6] In 2001, he helped them win the 2001 Korean FA Cup, their only major trophy.[7] He was seen as a fan favorite.[8][9] Before the 2004 season, he left Daejeon.[10][11] After that, he signed for Port Autonome in Senegal.[12]
