27 Facts About Henri Camara

Henri Camara was born on 10 May 1977 and is a Senegalese former professional footballer who played as a striker.

Henri Camara represented his nation at the 2002 FIFA World Cup, where he scored two goals as Senegal reached the quarter-finals.

Henri Camara began his career in France with Racing Club de Strasbourg Alsace, before playing for Swiss clubs Neuchatel Xamax, and Grasshopper Club Zurich, where he won the Swiss Championship in 2001.

Henri Camara then returned to France with Sedan but sought a new move when they were relegated in 2003.

However, Henri Camara was unwilling to play at a lower level and did not turn up for pre-season training.

Henri Camara's future was further unsettled by a bid from Phil Gartside, Bolton Wanderers' chairman, which Wolves chief executive Jez Moxey rejected.

Henri Camara eventually returned to the club but only to negotiate a loan move away.

Henri Camara requested Larsson's squad number which he had had at a previous club as well, but was instead given number 27.

Henri Camara had a great time playing with Jason Roberts as they linked well.

Henri Camara again found himself in a Premier League relegation battle, but it ended third time lucky for him as Wigan made a last day escape at the expense of Sheffield United.

Henri Camara scored again against West Bromwich Albion the following match.

On 2 February 2009, Henri Camara joined Stoke City on loan until the end of the season in search of regular first-team football.

Henri Camara missed a glaring opportunity straight after coming off the bench for his debut at Sunderland, smashing a volley from 6 yards against the bar with the entire goal to aim for.

Henri Camara spent much of the 2009 close-season on trial at Premier League club Hull City but was not offered a contract.

Henri Camara made 23 appearances that season, often from the bench, and scored four goals but was released when his contract expired as the club sought to cut the wage bill.

On 11 May 2010, Henri Camara signed a one-year deal with Super League Greece side Atromitos.

On 19 June 2011, Henri Camara signed a one-year deal with Super League side Panetolikos.

Henri Camara signed another one-year deal with Panetolikos on 27 August 2012, and, by scoring 10 goals in the regular season and 3 goals in the playoffs, helped the team return to the Greek Super League after only one year at the Greek Football League.

On 12 May 2014, Henri Camara signed a year deal with Kalloni, for an undisclosed fee.

On 18 August 2015, Henri Camara returned to Panetolikos FC, signing a one-year contract.

Henri Camara retired from football in August 2018 at the age of 41.

Henri Camara went on to play in their surprising run at the 2002 World Cup, scoring two goals, including a golden goal, in the Round of 16 against Sweden, which took them to the quarter-finals for the first time in their history.

Henri Camara was part of the 2000,2002,2004,2006 and 2008 Africa Cup of Nations squads.

Henri Camara featured in Ronaldinho's squad for a charity football match.

Henri Camara came on as a substitute and scored 2 goals in the second half of the game to help his team take the victory.

Internationally, Henri Camara could have played for Guinea as his father was born in Guinea.

Henri Camara's dream was for me to play for Guinea.