Commonly known as Fei Toto, Feisal Salum is a Tanzanian professional footballer born on January 11, 1998. Feisal plays as an attacking midfielder for Tanzanian Premier League club Azam FC and the Tanzania national team (Taifa Stars).
Being a creative playmaker, Feisal Salum commands the attention of Tanzanian football fans. His ability to score from midfield has been an important part of his career at Young Africans SC (Yanga) and Azam FC. Explore Feisal Salum’s stats, early life, football journey, playing style, achievements and latest news on SportPesa Tanzania.
For the club’s recent results, fixtures and league position, follow our Azam FC 2026/27 results and standings coverage.
Feisal Salum profile overview
| Profile attribute | Details |
| Full name | Feisal Salum Abdalla |
| Popular nickname | Fei Toto |
| Date of birth | 11 January 1998 |
| Age | 28 years (as of October 2026) |
| Place of birth | Zanzibar City, Tanzania |
| Nationality | Tanzanian |
| Current club | Azam FC |
| Current league | Tanzanian Premier League (NBC Premier League) |
| Position | Attacking midfielder |
| Secondary position | Central midfielder |
| Preferred foot | Right |
| Shirt number | 6 |
| Height | 1.78 m |
| Former clubs | JKU; Young Africans SC (Yanga) |
| Azam FC move | July 2023 |
| National team | Tanzania (Taifa Stars) |
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Feisal Salum’s early life
Feisal Salum was born on January 11, 1998, in Zanzibar City, Tanzania. Details of his family and education have not been widely documented. He developed his football career in Zanzibar and went on to play for JKU before attracting interest from clubs on the Tanzanian mainland.
Feisal Salum’s football journey
Feisal Salum Abdalla started his senior football career with JKU in Zanzibar. He joined Young Africans SC (Yanga) in August 2018, where he developed into a creative midfielder and became a familiar name in Tanzanian football. Salum moved to Azam FC in July 2023 and continues to represent Taifa Stars in international competition.
| Period | Club / team | Competition level |
| 2016–2018 | JKU | Zanzibar domestic football |
| 2018–2023 | Young Africans SC (Yanga) | Tanzanian top flight |
| 2023–present | Azam FC | Tanzanian top flight |
| Since 2018 | Tanzania (Taifa Stars) | International football |
Feisal Salum’s playing style
Born and raised in Zanzibar, Feisal Salum has emerged as a versatile midfielder known for his creativity, running with the ball and long-range shooting. Primarily an attacking midfielder, he can also play in the centre of midfield. His movement and eye for goal help create scoring opportunities for Azam FC and Taifa Stars.
Feisal Salum stats, goals and assists
Feisal has played in Tanzanian club football and international competitions. The table below highlights his recent Tanzanian Premier League numbers as listed by Flashscore on October 12, 2026. These are league statistics, not all-competition career totals.
| Season | Club | League appearances | Goals | Assists |
| 2023/24 | Azam FC | 17 | 19 | 0 |
| 2024/25 | Azam FC | 13 | 4 | 0 |
| 2025/26 | Azam FC | 27 | 15 | 7 |
| 2026/27* | Azam FC | 5 | 1 | 0 |
*2026/27 figures are a snapshot as of 12 October 2026 and will change as the season progresses. Historical coverage may differ across statistical databases.
For more context on his 2025/26 scoring form, read our earlier report on Feisal Salum’s NBC Premier League goals.
Feisal Salum’s achievements and awards
Feisal has been part of successful Young Africans squads and has also enjoyed standout individual seasons at Azam FC. He played for Yanga during their 2021/22 and 2022/23 Tanzanian Premier League title-winning campaigns. At Azam FC, his 19 league goals in 2023/24 and 15 in 2025/26 show his contribution from midfield.
Individual end-of-season awards should be distinguished from interim scoring rankings. His reported 2025/26 player-of-the-year honour has not been independently verified for this profile, so it is not listed as a confirmed award.
Feisal Salum latest news
On October 9, 2026, Feisal Salum scored in stoppage time as Azam FC beat Coastal Union 2–0 in the Tanzanian Premier League. Henoc Molia opened the scoring in the 30th minute before Salum made it 2–0 in the 90+6th minute. The result gave Azam another important league win.
For the wider 2026/27 season picture, see our Azam FC league results and standings update.
FAQs about Feisal Salum
How old is Feisal Salum?
Born on January 11, 1998, Feisal Salum is 28 years old as of October 2026.
What team does Fei Toto currently play for?
Fei Toto plays for Azam FC in the Tanzanian Premier League and represents Tanzania’s Taifa Stars.
What position does Feisal Salum play?
He is primarily an attacking midfielder and can also play in central midfield.
How much does Feisal Salum earn?
His current salary has not been independently confirmed by the club or a reliable public financial disclosure. Reported figures should not be treated as established fact.
Who is Feisal Salum?
Feisal Salum, also known as Fei Toto, is a Tanzanian midfielder who previously played for JKU and Yanga before joining Azam FC in 2023.
Conclusion
Feisal Salum has established himself as an important Tanzanian midfielder through his performances for Yanga, Azam FC and Taifa Stars. His creativity and goal-scoring ability continue to make Fei Toto a player worth following. Keep up with his latest goals, club results and Tanzanian football coverage on SportPesa Tanzania.
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