Franck Kessié
Awards & Honours
10
Awards Won
6
Honours
4
Rankings
4
Covers
1
Records
Kessié's trophy haul includes league titles in two of Europe's top five leagues, Serie A and La Liga, a rare feat for an African midfielder. His Africa Cup of Nations victory on home soil in 2024 is perhaps his most significant achievement, as he played a vital role in Ivory Coast's triumph. Individually, he was recognized as the best midfielder in Serie A in 2021, a testament to his consistency and impact at AC Milan. His inclusion in the CAF Team of the Year for two consecutive years underscores his standing among Africa's elite players.
Awards
Honours & Distinctions
Serie A Team of the Year
Included in the best XI of the Serie A season.
Serie A Best Midfielder
Awarded to the best midfielder in Serie A.
CAF Team of the Year
Named to the African best XI.
CAF Team of the Year
Named to the African best XI for the second consecutive year.
Africa Cup of Nations Team of the Tournament
Included in the best XI of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations.
Ivorian Player of the Year
Recognized as the best Ivorian footballer of the year.
Rankings & Lists
Best African Players in the World
50 Best Footballers in the World
Top 10 African Players
Top 10 African Players
Magazine Covers
La Gazzetta dello Sport
2022-05-23
Scudetto Winners
Sport
2022-07-15
Kessié Signs for Barça
Mundo Deportivo
2022-10-17
Kessié's Winner in El Clásico
Africa Top Sports
2021-12-01
Ivorian Player of the Year
Records & Feats
One of few players to win Serie A and La Liga in consecutive seasons
Kessié won Serie A with AC Milan in 2021–22 and La Liga with Barcelona in 2022–23.