About Shamo Quaye
Lived 1971 – 1997 (aged 26). Shamo Quaye was a Ghanaian association football player.
Shamo Quaye (22 October 1971 – 30 November 1997) was a Ghanaian professional footballer who was a member of the men's national team that won bronze medal at the 1992 Summer Olympics in Barcelona, Spain.
Career He played for Hearts of Oak in his native country. At the time of death he was playing for Umeå FC in Sweden, but he was in his home country with the national team. During practice Quaye was hit in the face. He died two days later from sudden complications.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Shamo Quaye?
football player (1971-1997)
When was Shamo Quaye born?
Shamo Quaye was born on 22 October 1971 in Tema.
When did Shamo Quaye die?
Shamo Quaye died on 30 November 1997 in Tema.
What was Shamo Quaye's occupation?
Shamo Quaye was an association football player.
What nationality was Shamo Quaye?
Shamo Quaye was Ghanaian.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Shamo Quaye. https://biography.guide/shamo-quaye/
MLA: "Shamo Quaye." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/shamo-quaye/.
Chicago: "Shamo Quaye." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/shamo-quaye/.
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