Aboubakar Kamara
A powerful, mercurial striker whose career has spanned the Premier League, Greece, and Saudi Arabia, now representing Mauritania internationally.
Born 1995 (age 31)·Footballer·Birthday: March 7·Millennials
Biography
Aboubakar Kamara's football journey is a tale of explosive physicality and nomadic ambition. Born in the Parisian suburb of Noisy-le-Sec, the forward developed his robust, direct style in the French academy system before making his name in Greece with Asteras Tripolis. His potent blend of pace and strength earned him a move to the English Premier League with Fulham in 2017. At Craven Cottage, 'AK-47' became a cult figure—a sometimes frustrating, always thrilling presence capable of decisive goals and dramatic moments, both on and off the pitch. After spells in France, Saudi Arabia, and a return to England, his career has taken him to leagues across Europe and Asia. Choosing to represent Mauritania, the nation of his heritage, he brings his experienced, physical game to the international stage, embodying the modern footballer's global trajectory.
Millennials
1981–1996
The first digital natives. Grew up with the internet, came of age during 9/11 and the 2008 crash. Highly educated, deeply indebted, slower to marry and buy houses. Redefined work, identity, and what it means to be an adult.
Aboubakar was born in 1995, placing them squarely in the Millennials. The events that shaped this generation — the internet revolution, 9/11, and the 2008 financial crisis — shaped the world they entered and the choices available to them.
#1 When Aboubakar Was Born
The biggest hits of 1995
#1 Movie
Toy Story
Best Picture
Braveheart
#1 TV Show
Seinfeld
Aboubakar's Life & Times
The world at every milestone
1995Born
Oklahoma City bombing; Windows 95 released
Gas: $1.15/galHome: $96,500Min wage: $4.25/hrPresident: Bill Clinton"Gangsta's Paradise" — CoolioBest Picture: Braveheart
2000Started school
Y2K passes without incident; contested Bush-Gore election
Gas: $1.51/galHome: $119,600Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: Bill Clinton"Breathe" — Faith HillBest Picture: Gladiator
2008Became a teenager
Barack Obama elected first Black US president; financial crisis
Gas: $3.27/galHome: $153,100Min wage: $6.55/hrPresident: George W. Bush"Low" — Flo RidaBest Picture: Slumdog Millionaire
2011Could drive
Osama bin Laden killed; Arab Spring sweeps the Middle East
Gas: $3.53/galHome: $138,400Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Barack Obama"Rolling in the Deep" — AdeleBest Picture: The Artist
2013Could vote
Edward Snowden reveals NSA surveillance programs
Gas: $3.53/galHome: $152,800Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Barack Obama"Thrift Shop" — Macklemore & Ryan LewisBest Picture: 12 Years a Slave
2016Turned 21
Donald Trump elected president; Brexit vote
Gas: $2.14/galHome: $181,700Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Barack Obama"Love Yourself" — Justin BieberBest Picture: Moonlight
2025Turned 30
AI agents go mainstream
Gas: $3.10/galHome: $385,000Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Donald Trump"APT." — Rose & Bruno Mars
2026Age 31 today
Gas: $3.91/galPresident: Donald Trump
Key Achievements
- Scored crucial goals for Fulham FC during the 2017-18 season, helping them secure promotion to the English Premier League via the playoffs.
- Earned his first senior international cap for Mauritania in 2021, qualifying through his heritage.
- Played professionally in five different countries: France, Greece, England, Saudi Arabia, and Thailand.
Did You Know?
He is commonly nicknamed 'AK-47' by fans and commentators, a reference to his initials and playing style.
While at Fulham, he was involved in a much-publicized incident where he took a penalty kick away from designated taker Aleksandar Mitrović—and missed.
He began his senior career at French club Monaco but did not make a first-team appearance for them.
“I play with my heart, and I always give everything for the shirt.”
