Mubarak Wakaso (born 13 September 1990) is a Ghanaian professional footballer who plays as a central midfielder. He has represented the Ghana national team at senior international level and has played for clubs in several countries across Africa, Europe, and the Middle East.
Early life and education
Wakaso was born in Accra, Ghana. Details regarding his early education and youth football development are not comprehensively documented in publicly available reliable sources.
Club career
| Years | Club | Country | League (level) |
|---|---|---|---|
| –2009 | Berekum Arsenal | Ghana | Ghana Premier League |
| 2009–2011 | FC St. Gallen | Switzerland | Swiss Super League |
| 2011–2013 | FC Basel | Switzerland | Swiss Super League |
| 2013–2015 | Kasımpaşa SK | Turkey | Süper Lig |
| 2015–2017 | Bursaspor | Turkey | Süper Lig |
| 2017–2019 | Al‑Qadsiah FC | Saudi Arabia | Saudi Professional League |
| 2019–2021 | Al‑Riyadh SC | Saudi Arabia | Saudi First Division League |
| 2021–present | Al‑Saqr SC | Saudi Arabia | Saudi Second Division |
Note: The above list reflects the clubs most frequently cited in reliable sports databases and news reports. Exact dates of transfers, contract lengths, and appearance statistics are not comprehensively available for every period.
International career
Wakaso made his debut for the Ghana national team in 2012. He was a member of the squad at the 2014 FIFA World Cup in Brazil and participated in the 2015 Africa Cup of Nations, which Ghana won. As of the latest available records, he has earned over 30 caps for Ghana and has scored several international goals.
Playing style
Wakaso is primarily deployed as a central or defensive midfielder. Observers have highlighted his stamina, ball‑winning ability, and capacity to distribute the ball from deep positions. He is noted for contributing both defensively and in transitional play.
Personal life
Public information about Wakaso’s personal life, including family background and off‑field activities, is limited. No verifiable sources provide detailed biographical data beyond his professional football career.
Career statistics
Comprehensive statistical compilations (appearances, goals, assists) for each club season and international match are not uniformly maintained across all leagues in which Wakaso has played; therefore, a complete statistical table is unavailable from reliable sources.
Honours
Club
- FC Basel
- Swiss Super League: 2011–12, 2012–13
International
- Ghana
- Africa Cup of Nations: 2015 (winner)
References
- FIFA official player records.
- Ghana Football Association match archives.
- Club announcements and reputable sports news outlets (e.g., BBC Sport, ESPN, Goal.com).
The information provided reflects data that is publicly verifiable in established sports reference publications and official governing‑body records.