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Elkeson de Oliveira Cardoso, simply Elkeson and spelled in Mandarin as Ai Kesen (Chinese: 艾克森; pinyin: Ài Kèsēn; 13 July 1989), is a former professional footballer who played as a striker. Born in Brazil, he played for the China national team. Starting out at Vitória, he played mostly as an attacking midfielder and as a winger, but since his final days at Botafogo, he was moved to attack and has played as a striker. Born in Brazil, Elkeson obtained Chinese citizenship in 2019 through naturalization and represents China internationally.

Quick facts about Ai Kesen

  • Full name: Ai Kesen
  • Born: 1989-07-13
  • Nationality: People's Republic of China
  • Known as: Athlete
  • Wikidata ID: Q219298

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Who is Ai Kesen?

Elkeson de Oliveira Cardoso, simply Elkeson and spelled in Mandarin as Ai Kesen (Chinese: 艾克森; pinyin: Ài Kèsēn; 13 July 1989), is a former professional footballer who played as a striker.

What nationality is Ai Kesen?

Ai Kesen is People's Republic of China.

When was Ai Kesen born?

Ai Kesen was born on 1989-07-13.

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