Yaya Touré, full name Yaya Touré, was born on May 13, 1983, in Abidjan, Ivory Coast. He is a retired Ivory Coast footballer who played primarily as a midfielder. Known for his exceptional physicality, technique, and leadership, Touré had a successful career at both club and international levels. At the club level, he played for top teams such as Barcelona, Manchester United, and Manchester City, winning multiple league titles and the UEFA Champions League. Representing the Ivory Coast national team, he participated in the 2010 and 2014 FIFA World Cups.