Fallou Ndiaye

Fallou Ndiaye (born 10 November 2001) is a Senegalese professional footballer who plays as a centre-back. A tall defender, he is known for his aerial abilities.

Ndiaye has played football in Belgium, France, Finland and India.

Early life Ndiaye was born in Thiaroye, Senegal. He developed an interest in football at a young age and began his youth career with AS Douanes, one of Senegal's prominent football academies. His performances at youth level attracted attention from European scouts, which eventually led to a move to Belgium.

Youth career In 2021, Ndiaye joined the youth setup of Belgian club Gent. During his time at Gent, he continued his development as a central defender and gained experience in European football environments.

Career

Arles Ndiaye began his senior professional career with French club AC Arles in 2022. During the 2022–23 season he made eight appearances for the club in league competition, gaining his first experience in senior professional football.

FC Haka In 2023, Ndiaye moved to Finland to join FC Haka in the Veikkausliiga, the top tier of Finnish football. He quickly became a regular starter in defence and made 22 league appearances during the season. Ndiaye also scored two goals, demonstrating his effectiveness during set pieces due to his height and aerial ability.

SJK In 2024, Ndiaye signed with SJK. During the season he played an important role in the team's defensive line and made 23 league appearances, scoring four goals. On 4 October 2024, Ndiaye was given a two-match ban by the disciplinary committee of the Finnish FA, for hitting Martti Haukioja in the head in a Veikkausliiga match between SJK Seinäjoki and VPS on 28 September 2024. At the end of the season, SJK exercised their option but Ndiaye refused to renew his visa and return to the team.

Kerala Blasters After his spell in Finland, Ndiaye joined Kerala Blasters FC in the Indian Super League. His arrival added physical presence and defensive strength to the club's backline.

Playing style Standing at 1.98 metres, Ndiaye is known for his strong physical presence and aerial dominance. He is particularly effective in defending crosses and set pieces. His height and strength also make him a threat during attacking set pieces, especially corners and free kicks. Ndiaye primarily plays as a centre-back but can also contribute to building play from the back.

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