The 33-year-old Malian forward was a member of Iranian football teams Iranjavan, Nassaji and Sanat Naft.

He scored 20 goals for Sanat Naft in 32 matches in 2011-12 season in Iran Professional League.

Founéké Sy scored a hat trick against Persepolis and also was on target against Esteghlal.

He played 31 matches for Mali national football team and scored seven goals.