Name: Diafra Sakho

• Full name: Diafra Sakho
• Date of birth: December 24, 1989
• Place of birth: Guédiawaye, Senegal
• Nationality: Senegal
• Position: Striker / Forward

Clubs (notable):

• US Gorée (Senegal) — early career
• Carquefou (France) — breakthrough in French lower leagues
• Metz (France) — helped club gain promotion to Ligue 1
• West Ham United (England) — joined January 2014; key Premier League spells, known for scoring on debut
• Loan spells and later clubs include Rennes (France, loan), and other clubs in Turkey and France later in his career

West Ham United highlights:

• Signed for West Ham United in January 2014 from FC Metz.
• Scored on his debut in an FA Cup tie and also scored his first Premier League goal early in his West Ham career.
• Quickly became a fan favorite for his physical presence, pace and eye for goal during his first season.
• Injuries and form fluctuations limited his long-term impact at the club; he spent periods out injured and later left West Ham after spells on loan.

International career:

• Represented Senegal at senior level, earning caps and scoring for the national team.

Playing style: A traditional center-forward with strength, good movement in the box and ability to hold up play; useful as a target man and finisher.

Quick stats (approximate and rounded):

• West Ham United appearances: around 60 competitive matches (including Premier League, cups and Europa League)
• West Ham goals: around 20 competitive goals

Note: Exact appearance and goal totals, and post-West Ham club information, may have changed; consult the latest sources for up-to-date statistics and club status.