Who Is Stephen Appiah? Age, Biography and Wiki
Stephen Appiah, born on December 24, 1980, is a renowned Ghanaian footballer celebrated for his impactful career in football. As of 2025, Stephen is 44 years old. He is best known for his role as a midfielder and has had a significant influence on both club and international football, notably being a key player for the Ghana national team during the 2000s and 2010s.
Appiah began his professional career at Accra Hearts of Oak, later moving to play in various European leagues, including stints with clubs like Juventus and Parma. His leadership qualities were evident as he captained the Ghana national team, leading them to various continental and world tournaments.
| Occupation | Footballer |
|---|---|
| Date of Birth | December 24, 1980 |
| Age | 44 Years |
| Birth Place | Accra, Ghana |
| Horoscope | Capricorn |
| Country | Ghana |
Popularity
Stephen Appiah's Popularity over time
Height, Weight & Measurements
As of 2025, Stephen Appiah stands tall at approximately 6 feet (183 cm) and has maintained a weight of around 165 lbs (75 kg). His athletic build and dedication to fitness have played a major role in sustaining his health and physical capabilities post-retirement.
Relationship Status:
- Current Relationship: In a relationship
- Previous Partner(s): Not publicly disclosed
Net Worth and Salary
Stephen Appiah's net worth in 2025 is estimated to be around $16 million. This wealth has been accumulated through his long-running career in football, endorsements, and business ventures. His annual earnings from football, endorsements, and investments throughout his career have positioned him as one of the wealthier football personalities from Ghana.
After an extended knee-injury layoff, Appiah came off the bench for Fenerbahçe in the Turkish Super League on 6 October 2007. However, the injury recurred after his last game on 1 December, and Appiah went to Italy for rehabilitation on 20 December 2007.
The long-term injury forced him to miss the 2008 African Cup of Nations as a player, instead, he became a special adviser of the team. Fenerbahçe also wanted to de-register Appiah as he occupied a foreigner quota, but he refused as he was unclear with the matter. Appiah also refused to take rehabilitation in Turkey.
The club also thought that Appiah was actually AWOL and Appiah thought the club exposed his medical history to the press and mistreatment to his injury, although the club defended that it had made an appointment for Appiah to visit Mayo Clinic, United States, but Appiah did not attend.
On 1 February 2008, Appiah formally submitted a claim of mistreatment by asking to leave as free agent on 1 July 2008 and received the pre-agreed 2008–09 season salary of €2 million. In response, Fenerbahçe notified FIFA. In April 2008 the case went to FIFA Dispute Resolution Chamber (DRC), and both parties sued each other.
He unilaterally terminated the contract at the end of season, as he thought the club had breached the contract by not fulfilling its duties. He also discussed with West Ham United in summer 2008 for a possible contract. DRC ordered Appiah to pay Fenerbahçe €2,281,915 as he breached the contract without just cause on 9 January 2009.
He immediately appealed to the Court of Arbitration for Sport in May after received the decision on 5 May 2009 and the club also submitted its appeal. On 7 June 2010 CAS ruled that Appiah did not need to pay Fenerbahçe, as Fenerbahçe saved more in wages (€2,633,020.65) than losses (€2,496,278.85).
Career Highlights:
- Featured in multiple FIFA World Cup tournaments for Ghana.
- Played for clubs including Juventus, Parma, and Udinese.
- Contributed to Ghana's history-making qualifications for the World Cup.
In addition to sports, Appiah has invested in local initiatives, promoting sports programs for young athletes, and has engaged in various charitable activities to support education in underserved communities.
Stephen Leroy Appiah (born 24 December 1980) is a Ghanaian former professional footballer who played as a midfielder. During his career, he played for Udinese, Parma, Brescia, Juventus and Fenerbahçe.
Social Media Profiles:
- Instagram: @stephenappiah
- Twitter: @StephenAppiah
Education
Stephen Appiah has emphasized the importance of education throughout his career. While details about his formal education are not widely publicized, he has often spoken about the value of learning and self-improvement. He encourages young athletes to pursue their studies alongside their sports careers for a better future.
