Kolo Touré
Kolo Touré is a retired Ivorian footballer and former professional defender, renowned for his time at clubs like Arsenal and Manchester City. Born on March 19, 1981, he was known for his strong defensive skills and leadership on the pitch. Touré enjoyed a successful career, winning several Premier League titles and the FA Cup. His reputation as a model professional remained intact even after he faced a six-month ban in 2011 due to a doping violation, which the authorities deemed unintentional. Post-retirement, he has transitioned into coaching and remains a respected figure in football.
Born on Mar 19, 1981 (44 years old)
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Egypt:
Kolo Touré topped the list of the best African players in Arsenal's history.
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South Africa:
In European leagues ripe bananas have been thrown at black soccer players like Samuel Eto, Vinicius Junior, Kolo Toure Neymar and Dani Alaves among others.
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Taiwan:
Kolo Toure joined the backroom team of Manchester City as part of the staff changes.
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United Arab Emirates:
Kolo Touré was named Man of the Match for his performance in defense for Arsenal.
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Ukraine:
Kolo Touré faced a six-month ban for a doping violation but maintained a good reputation.
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