“The most important thing for me was talking to players like Xavi, Andres Iniesta and Javier Mascherano - they would tell me about the life away from football. All I wanted to do was play football but they explained how important everything is away, how you prepare and live your life.”

Malian professional footballer and midfielder

Adama Traoré, also known as Adama Noss Traoré, is a Malian professional footballer from the modern era. He plays as a midfielder and has represented Mali at international level since 2015. He is known for his career in club and international football, including his time with Amedspor. His profile is defined by his work in midfield and by his role with the Mali national team.