Kessi Pursues Drogba Milestone as Ivory Coast Faces Egypt
Ivory Coast star Franck Kessié is closing in on a historic AFCON mark, set to be tested against Egypt in the Morocco 2025 quarterfinals. He already matched a notable tally after the Round of 16 victory over Burkina Faso and could reach 24 appearances with a step onto the pitch vs the Pharaohs. The race for Ivory Coast’s all-time AFCON appearances is led by Yaya Touré, with Drogba and others following in a tight pack. A potential 24th appearance would place Kessié among Ivorians who have donned the Cape multiple times, underscoring his important role in a nation hungry for glory.