Alsény Këïta
Quick Facts
Biography
Alsény Këïta Kamolosilah (born 26 June 1983), also known as Al Husein Keita, is a Liberian footballer who plays as a midfielder for Viry-Châtillon. Despite being born and raised in Guinea, and playing for their youth national teams, Këïta switched to the Liberian football federation.
Career
Born in Massanta, Guinea, Keita began his career with Horoya AC. In 2000, he joined Moroccan club FUS Rabat, where he played one year before signing for SC Chabab Mohammedia. After two seasons there he signed with FC Luzern in July 2003.
In July 2006, after two years with FC Luzern he joined CFA team Gazélec Ajaccio. After one year with Ajaccio, he signed for US Sénart-Moissy in summer 2007. In summer 2009 he joined Guinean club Satellite FC on loan for half year before returning to Sénart-Moissyin January 2010.
International career
He was a part of the Guinean squad at the 2004 Olympic Games qualification tournament. He has also represented Liberia at international level.
Personal life
Alsény is the twin brother of professional Guinean footballer Alhassane Keita.
Honours
- 2000: Guinée Championnat National Winner
- 2001: CAF Cup Vice-Champion
- 2002: Botola Champion
- 2002: Player of the Year in Morocco
- 2005: Swiss Cup Vice Champion