Historical biography archive · Updated 2026-11-03

Tony Sylva Biography and Timeline

Follow Tony Sylva through 1 dated historical records for Senegal.

Tony Sylva, historical timeline

A chronological timeline drawn from matching World History Database records.

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2002–2002Years on this page

2002

Senegal First World Cup Goalkeeper

Goalkeeper · Seoul · Sport / Football

Tony Sylva guards Senegal's goal in their 1-0 opening-match upset of France. The goalkeeper helps his side keep the defending champions scoreless.

Records, sources and methodology

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