Frederic Kanoute is a retired professional footballer from France, born on September 2, 1977. He played as a forward and is best known for his time at Sevilla FC, where he won several titles, including two UEFA Cups. Kanoute also had stints with clubs like Lyon, West Ham United, and Tottenham Hotspur. In addition to his club success, Kanoute represented the Mali national team after switching allegiance from France. He earned over 50 caps and played in the Africa Cup of Nations. Kanoute is also recognized for his philanthropic efforts, particularly in supporting education and health initiatives in Mali.