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Mbaye Leye

b. 1982

Senegalese footballer and coach

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About Mbaye Leye

Born 1982. Mbaye Leye is a Senegalese association football player and association football coach.

Mbaye Leye (born 1 December 1982) is a Senegalese football manager and former professional footballer who played as a striker. He is an assistant coach with Belgian Pro League club Gent. Born in Senegal, Leye started his professional career in France before moving to Belgium in 2007. He played in Belgium until his retirement in 2019, finishing his playing career with Mouscron. As a player, he played for the Senegal national team.

Playing career

Leye played for Standard Liège from 2010 to 2012, scoring 11 goals in 56 games. He helped them to win the Belgian Cup in 2011. On 4 October 2021, he was fired by Standard Liège, following four losses in the preceding five games.

Before the 2022–23 season, Leye was hired by Zulte Waregem.

On 19 December 2025, Leye joined Gent as an assistant coach.

Career statistics

Managerial statistics

Honours Gent Belgian Cup: 2009–10

Individual Belgian Ebony Shoe: 2013

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Important facts

Born
1 December 1982, Birkilane
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Association football player, association football coach
Nationality
Senegal

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Mbaye Leye?

Senegalese footballer and coach

When was Mbaye Leye born?

Mbaye Leye was born on 1 December 1982 in Birkilane.

What is Mbaye Leye's occupation?

Mbaye Leye is an association football player and association football coach.

What nationality is Mbaye Leye?

Mbaye Leye is Senegalese.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Mbaye Leye

· Wikidata: Q1386587

· DBpedia: Mbaye Leye

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