The project
Kalidou Koulibaly and CS Sedan Ardennes
Senegal captain and former Napoli and Chelsea defender Kalidou Koulibaly is leading the revival of CS Sedan Ardennes.
« I chose CS Sedan Ardennes because this club embodies everything I love about football: history, passion, a region. To businesses in the Ardennes and beyond: join us. Not just as sponsors, but as partners in a project that goes beyond football. »
His role at the club
Investor and project leader
Kalidou Koulibaly has joined CS Sedan Ardennes as an investor and project leader. His ambition: to give fresh momentum to a historic club of French football and root it firmly in its region.
He is also patron of the sporting project and the academy, where many young people from the Ardennes learn football in green and red.
Career
From an academy club to Senegal captain
- Early days
Developed in France
Born in the Vosges, he started his professional career at FC Metz before joining Genk in Belgium.
- Napoli
One of Europe's best
At Napoli, he established himself as one of the best centre-backs in Europe.
- Premier League
Chelsea, then Saudi Arabia
He then joined Chelsea, followed by Al-Hilal.
- Senegal
Captain and African champion
A Senegal international and captain of the Lions of Teranga, he won the Africa Cup of Nations.
- Today
Serving CS Sedan Ardennes
He brings his experience and network to the rebuilding of the club.
Academy
Our U11s and U13s at the Stade de France with him
In March 2026, the Academy's U11s and U13s watched Senegal v Peru at the Stade de France, accompanied by Kalidou Koulibaly.
For these children, some of whom had never left the Ardennes, it was an unforgettable day and proof that CSSA opens doors for them.
Frequently asked questions
Kalidou Koulibaly in Sedan
What is Kalidou Koulibaly's role at CS Sedan?
He is an investor and leader of the club project, and patron of the sporting project and the academy.
Why did Kalidou Koulibaly choose Sedan?
For the history, the passion and the region: he sees CS Sedan Ardennes as a historic club capable of rising again and uniting a whole region.
How can I support the project?
By coming to matches, wearing the club colours from the official shop, or becoming a CSSA partner.