Ivorian · Abidjan, Ivory Coast · Born 14 September 1983Ivory Coast's midfield warrior and Tottenham's combative holding midfielder — a key figure in the remarkable generation of Ivorian players in the 2000s.
Ivory Coast's midfield warrior and Tottenham's combative holding midfielder — a key figure in the remarkable generation of Ivorian players in the 2000s. Football at the highest level rewards technical mastery, physical conditioning and the mental fortitude to perform consistently across a long and unrelenting career. Career highlights included 123 Ivory Coast caps (national record), Turkish Cup 2x. In football, technical refinement and competitive experience at the highest level are the ultimate hallmarks of sustained greatness — qualities that Didier demonstrated consistently throughout an extended and distinguished career. Few athletes in football have combined consistency and peak performance as effectively, and across such an extended period, as Didier managed throughout his career. Didier Zokora's achievements in football were built on technical discipline, physical preparation and competitive commitment that allowed performance to be maintained at the very top across multiple seasons.
Holding the record for most Ivory Coast international appearances
His 123 caps for Ivory Coast is the most by any player from the country.
Did You Know?How They Played
Defensive midfielder known for tackling, work rate and leadership qualities
Lasting Impact
Record-breaking Ivorian international who captained his country through golden generation
Career Honours
- 123 Ivory Coast caps (national record)
- Turkish Cup 2x
- Turkish Cup 2013
- Turkish Cup 2014
| Club | Period | Apps | Goals | Shirt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Génération Foot | 1999–2000 | — | 12 | #8 |
| ASEC Mimosas | 2000–2004 | — | — | — |
| Sevilla | 2007–2009 | 74 | 2 | — |
| Trabzonspor | 2009–2014 | 161 | 8 | — |
| FC Pune City | 2014–2016 | 28 | 1 | — |
| Saint-Étienne | 2004–2006 | 71 | 4 | — |
| Tottenham Hotspur | 2006–2007 | 39 | 2 | — |
 Ivory Coast | — | 123 | 2 | — |
Ivorian Athletes