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My Take
Keita Balde is one of those footballers whose story moves me more than his stats. Born in Arbúcies, Girona, raised in Spain, he chose to represent Senegal, his parents' homeland, and went on to win the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations with them. I find that decision quietly powerful: he picked heritage and identity over the convenience of his birth nation. A versatile forward and winger at 178 cm, born in 1995, he has carried his game through Serie A and beyond. To me he represents the modern, multi-rooted athlete, and I'll always root for players who honor where their hearts come from.
1. Profile
- Name (English)
- Keita Balde
- Name (Japanese)
- ケイタ・バルデ
- Reading
- けいた・ばるで
- Born
- March 8, 1995 (age 31)
- Zodiac / Chinese zodiac
- Pisces / Boar
- Origin
- Arbúcies, Girona, Spain
- Blood type
- Private
- Height
- 178 cm
- Agency
- Private
- Occupation
- association football player
2. Background
- Elementary school
- Private
- Junior high
- Private
- High school
- Private
- University
- Private
Awards & achievements
- 2021 Africa Cup of Nations
3. Relationships
- Spouse
- Private
- Children
- Private
- Parents
- Private
- Siblings
- Private
4. Personality
Motto
Private
6. Links
Frequently asked questions
When was Keita Balde born?
Born March 8, 1995 (age 31).
Where is Keita Balde from?
Keita Balde is from Arbúcies, Girona, Spain.
What does Keita Balde do?
Keita Balde works as association football player.
How tall is Keita Balde?
Keita Balde is 178 cm.
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7. About this entry
Tags
- Last updated
- 2026-06-21
Facts are limited to publicly available information up to 2024; non-public items are marked "Private / Unknown". English text is machine-assisted (facts translated by Sonnet, "My Take" written by Opus 4.8). The Japanese page is the source of record.