Kalidou Koulibaly - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

Mbappé's France faces Haaland's Norway, Senegal and Iraq in World Cup Group I

When France plays starts its World Cup against Senegal at New Jersey’s MetLife Stadium, it will bring back memories of the 2002 opener in Seoul, South Korea, when the Lions of Tera...

5 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Senegal parades Africa Cup trophy in Paris as it appeals CAF decision to strip title

Senegal keeps celebrating its Africa Cup title even after African soccer officials stripped it away and awarded it to Morocco

MARCH 28 • Associated Press

Senegal wins Africa Cup after walk-off protest, chaos over controversial penalty for host Morocco

Senegal has won the Africa Cup of Nations in dramatic fashion

JANUARY 18 • Associated Press

Morocco hosts Senegal for the Africa Cup final. Here's what you need to know

Morocco hosts Senegal in the final of the Africa Cup of Nations on Sunday, ending a four-week tournament that showcased the continent's best soccer

JANUARY 17 • Associated Press

Africa Cup of Nations: Mané, Senegal Oust Salah's Egypt to Reach Final

Sadio Mane and Senegal are on their way back to the AFCON final after eliminating Mohamed Salah and Egypt.

JANUARY 14 • FOX SPORTS

Africa Cup of Nations: Mané, Senegal Oust Salah's Egypt to Reach Final

Mané tops Salah again at Africa Cup as late goal sends Senegal into final past Egypt

Sadio Mané again got the better of his former teammate Mohamed Salah by firing Senegal into the final of the Africa Cup of Nations with a 1-0 victory over Egypt

JANUARY 14 • Associated Press

Senegal World Cup 2026 Preview: Best Players, Roster, History

Here's what you need to know about Senegal's national team ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

JANUARY 2 • FOX SPORTS

Senegal World Cup 2026 Preview: Best Players, Roster, History

Senegal captain Kalidou Koulibaly sent off in 100th appearance, will miss last 16 game at Africa Cup

Senegal captain Kalidou Koulibaly will miss his side’s Africa Cup of Nations last 16 match after getting sent off in his 100th appearance for the team

DECEMBER 30, 2025 • Associated Press

The Africa Cup of Nations already knows which teams have made it to the knockout stage

Tanzania and Tunisia secured the last two available spots in the Africa Cup of Nations last 16 on Tuesday, completing the lineup before half of the groups had concluded their final...

DECEMBER 30, 2025 • Associated Press

Senegal and Congo get big wins at Africa Cup while Tanzania and Tunisia squeeze into knockout stage

Senegal and Congo have served notice of their intent with convincing wins at the Africa Cup of Nations

DECEMBER 30, 2025 • Associated Press

Who will win AFCON 2025? Mohamed Salah's Egypt, Victor Osimhen's Nigeria and star-studded Morocco among Cup of Nations favourites as Africa's best prepare for battle

In Europe, much of the build-up to the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations has unfortunately - but inevitably - focused on which clubs will be most a...

DECEMBER 20, 2025 • goal

Who will win AFCON 2025? Mohamed Salah's Egypt, Victor Osimhen's Nigeria and star-studded Morocco among Cup of Nations favourites as Africa's best prepare for battle

Ronaldo rested as Al-Nassr beats Goa 2-1 in Asian Champions League 2

Without star Cristiano Ronaldo, Saudi club Al-Nassr beat FC Goa 2-1 to maintain its perfect record in the Asian Champions League Two

OCTOBER 22, 2025 • Associated Press

Firmino and Toney score as Al-Ahli reaches Asian Champions League final

Roberto Firmino and Ivan Toney scored as Al-Ahli beat Al-Hilal 3-1 to reach the final of the Asian Champions League

APRIL 29, 2025 • Associated Press

Chelsea's Koulibaly is the latest soccer star to head to Saudi Arabia

Kalidou Koulibaly has become the latest soccer star to head to Saudi Arabia after joining Al-Hilal from Chelsea on a three-year contract

JUNE 25, 2023 • Associated Press

Transfer Centre LIVE! Chelsea eye swap deal for Andre Onana with Romelu Lukaku and Kalidou Koulibaly Transfer Centre

JUNE 12, 2023 • SKY.COM

Injury ruined perfect season Koulibaly generated 27 starts in 30 appearances in all competitions, totaling two goals, one assist, 92 clearances and 57 tackles (38 won).

Impact Koulibaly began the season on a high note, including a successful run in the World Cup with Cameroon. However, the defender suffered a hamstring injury that ended his season a month early. He had been averaging about three clearances per match while playing in almost every minute of every game started. The back line for Chelsea under Mauricio Pochettino is expected to be him, Thiago Silva and Wesley Fofana, with Trevoh Chalobah also an option to start for the 2023/24 campaign.

JUNE 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Could be out rest of season Koulibaly (hamstring) could be out the rest of the season, according to manager Frank Lampard. "I think it will be a tight call for the season to be fair. He's working away. I've b...

Impact Koulibaly suffered the injury three weeks ago in the trip to Madrid, so it's not good that he still may be out another couple weeks. While most normal hamstring injuries take about a month to return, it was likely also decided not to rush the center-back into contention. He could be available in the final week of the season, but as of now, there's a chance he won't want to take part in either trip to Manchester late in the month.

MAY 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out against Brentford Koulibaly (hamstring) is not in Chelsea's match day squad to face Brentford on Wednesday.

Impact Koulibaly is missing a third consecutive game in all competitions Wednesday since suffering a hamstring injury in the first leg of the Champions League quarterfinal defeat against Real Madrid. Trevoh Chalobah is continuing in his place alongside Thiago Silva and Wesley Fofana in the back-three.

APRIL 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Chelsea's season falls flat, leaving ownership with big decisions

Chelsea's Todd Boehly has a plethora of big decisions to make as Chelsea continues to falter.

APRIL 19, 2023 • FOX SPORTS

Chelsea's season falls flat, leaving ownership with big decisions

Will miss next two matches Koulibaly (hamstring) will not be available for Chelsea's next two contests after interim manager Frank Lampard told reporters Friday, "He won't be available for either game. It's...

Impact At this point, Koulibaly should probably be considered doubtful at best heading into the April 22 clash with Manchester United as well. With the central defender unavailable, Trevoh Chalobah looks set to make his first appearance in the starting XI since Jan. 21 against Liverpool.

APRIL 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Exits with hamstring injury Koulibaly was forced to sub off in the 55th minute of the Champions League quarterfinals match against Real Madrid with an apparent hamstring injury.

Impact Koulibaly felt discomfort in his hamstring that ended his day early Wednesday. He had started in 10 straight matches, totaling an assist, 43 clearances and 22 tackles (14 won). If he has to sit out, then Marc Cucurella would be the next player up to start at center back for Saturday's clash with Brighton.

APRIL 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Eight clearances versus Wolves Koulibaly registered eight clearances, five tackles (four won) and two interceptions in Saturday's 1-0 defeat against Wolverhampton.

Impact Koulibaly continues his excellence in the back, upping his average clearances to three a match. He should not have a problem overtaking his clearance total from last season, with just 13 more to get to that goal. In the last five games, the defender has generated one assist, 21 clearances, 14 tackles (10 won) and eight interceptions.

APRIL 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Five clearances Tuesday Koulibaly generated one tackle (one won), five clearances and two interceptions in Tuesday's 0-0 draw versus Liverpool.

Impact Koulibaly picked up the defensive volume during Tuesday's draw, as Liverpool sent wave and wave of attacks forward. The defender was pinned back and given the chance to compile a strong defensive floor throughout. Koulibaly doesn't have much upside going forward, but does consistently pile on all variety of defensive stats.

APRIL 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in road win Koulibaly assisted one goal from one chance created, sent in one accurate cross, made three tackles (one won), one interception, five clearances and one block in Saturday's 3-1 win...

Impact Koulibaly had a good all-around performance, including the assist to Ben Chilwell's opener in the 11th minute. The centerback also led his side in clearances during the match. That was his first assist in the season, to go with three goals.

MARCH 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Nine clearances versus Spurs Koulibaly generated nine clearances and one interception in Sunday's 2-0 loss to Tottenham Hotspur.

Impact Koulibaly was stout defensively and paced his team in both clearances and interceptions, but his efforts weren't enough to keep Spurs off the board. Notably, running mate Thiago Silva went down with a knee issue early in this one, so Koulibaly might be even busier marshaling central defense in the near term.

FEBRUARY 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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Senegal parades Africa Cup trophy in Paris as it appeals CAF decision to strip title

Senegal wins Africa Cup after walk-off protest, chaos over controversial penalty for host Morocco

Morocco hosts Senegal for the Africa Cup final. Here's what you need to know

Africa Cup of Nations: Mané, Senegal Oust Salah's Egypt to Reach Final

Mané tops Salah again at Africa Cup as late goal sends Senegal into final past Egypt

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Senegal captain Kalidou Koulibaly sent off in 100th appearance, will miss last 16 game at Africa Cup

The Africa Cup of Nations already knows which teams have made it to the knockout stage

Senegal and Congo get big wins at Africa Cup while Tanzania and Tunisia squeeze into knockout stage

Who will win AFCON 2025? Mohamed Salah's Egypt, Victor Osimhen's Nigeria and star-studded Morocco among Cup of Nations favourites as Africa's best prepare for battle

Ronaldo rested as Al-Nassr beats Goa 2-1 in Asian Champions League 2

Firmino and Toney score as Al-Ahli reaches Asian Champions League final

Chelsea's Koulibaly is the latest soccer star to head to Saudi Arabia

Chelsea's season falls flat, leaving ownership with big decisions