Franck Kessié
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Dec 19, 1996 (29)
Right
6'0"
163 lb
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Records one shot
Kessie generated one shot (zero on goal) and one chance created in Thursday's 2-0 victory against Curacao.
Analysis: Kessie would start a third straight group stage match Thursday as he supported a more defensive role against Curacao. This would lead him to only one shot and a chance created in the attack, not seeing too much action despite the win. He would also add a tackle won in the defense, one of his quieter matches thus far at the World Cup.
Scores goal against Germany
Kessie scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) in Saturday's 2-1 defeat to Germany.
Analysis: Kessie achieved a surprising goal contribution via right-footed finish in the 30th minute, opening the score in his team's second game of the tournament. The midfielder had previously served as more of a defensive participant, which could be a more natural role for him, even though he's also capable of excelling offensively after notching five goals and three assists in 26 games over the last club season in Saudi Arabia. In any case, he should retain regular playing time as one of his nation's key midfielders heading into the decisive rounds.
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