Kalidou Koulibaly
Footballer and Napoli defender
A professional footballer, played as a central defender primarily for Napoli in Italy’s Serie A. Originated from Senegal, Koulibaly earned acclaim for his defensive skills and leadership on the pitch. Contributions to the national team included participation in the Africa Cup of Nations and the FIFA World Cup. He transitioned to Chelsea in 2022, continuing his career in the English Premier League.
Played for Napoli from 2014 to 2022
Won the Coppa Italia in 2022 with Napoli
Participated in the 2018 FIFA World Cup
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