Tony Sanneh is a National Soccer Hall of Famer and retired American professional soccer player whose career spanned more than 15 years across Major League Soccer, the German Bundesliga, and the United States Men’s National Team. A Saint Paul native, Sanneh represented the U.S. at the 2002 FIFA World Cup and built a reputation as one of the most versatile and impactful American players of his generation.

Following his playing career, Tony founded The Sanneh Foundation in 2003, using the power of sport to create opportunities for youth and families. As CEO, he has grown the organization from one program with a $60,000 budget to six major program areas and an annual budget exceeding $12 million.

Tony has also served as a Sports Envoy for the U.S. Department of State, using sport to advance cultural exchange, gender equity, and respect for diversity around the world. His leadership and community impact have earned him numerous honors, including the 2019 Bush Fellowship, the U.S. Soccer Carla Overbeck Leadership Award, and the 2018 Robert Wood Johnson Foundation “Best in Class” Award for Creating Healthier Communities. In 2026, he was inducted into the National Soccer Hall of Fame, recognizing a career defined by excellence in sport and a lasting commitment to youth and community development.