World Cup 2026: Franck Kessié enters Elephants' history books after goal against Germany

20.06.26 FT World Cup

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On Saturday, June 20 against Germany, Franck Kessié opened the scoring in the 30th minute. It was the midfielder's first-ever goal in the World Cup—a landmark moment for Ivory Coast.

At 29 years and 183 days old, Kessié became the second-oldest Ivorian player to score on football’s biggest stage. Only Didier Drogba stands ahead of him, with a goal netted at 32 years and 101 days in 2010.

Kessié is closing in on a record that has stood firm for 16 years. His goal provides a significant boost for the Elephants in the group stage of the 2026 World Cup.

Nafongo TRAORE |

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Nafongon Moussa TRAORE, Burkinabè de 25 ans, est passionné de football, est rédacteur pour Foot Africa et commentateur pour BurkiFoot.

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