Sacko Konate

Sacko Konate (born October 13, 1998) is a footballer who plays for Michigan Stars FC in the National Independent Soccer Association. Born in the United States, he represents Guinea at international level.

Early life Konate was born in the United States, but raised in Paris, France, where he played youth soccer with Marly La Ville ES.

Club career In 2021, Konate began playing with Sporting International FC. In 2022, he attended pre-season training camp with Colorado Rapids 2.

In March 2024, he signed with Michigan Stars FC in the National Independent Soccer Association. On April 2, 2024, he scored the winning goal in a 2-0 victory over Minnesota United FC 2 of MLS Next Pro in the 2024 U.S. Open Cup. At the end of the season, he was named a league Second Team All-Star.

In 2025, Konate played with TSS FC Rovers in League1 British Columbia. Later he played with Midlakes United in USL League Two.

Later in 2025, he joined Bellevue Athletic FC in the United Premier Soccer League. He had previously spent some time with Idaho Cutthroats and Deportivo Rose City in UPSL as well. On May 1, 2026, Columbus United FC announced they signed Konate for the upcoming 2026 USL League Two season.

International career In November 2025, Konate was called up to the Guinea national team.

Personal life Konate is the younger brother of Guinea national football team player Mory Konaté.