Kalidou Koulibaly

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1. When was Kalidou Koulibaly born?June 20, 1991
2. Where was Kalidou Koulibaly born?Saint-Dié-des-Vosges, France
3. What is Kalidou Koulibaly known for?Captain and winner of the Africa Cup of Nations (2021) with Senegal
4. What is the primary position?Centre-back
5. What is the senior international debut?2015 for Senegal
6. What position does Kalidou Koulibaly play in soccer?Kalidou Koulibaly is a center‑back defender, like a castle wall protecting his team.

Centre-back: A defensive player positioned centrally in the back line, tasked with intercepting passes, tackling opponents, and preventing goals.
Africa Cup of Nations: The premier international football competition contested by the senior men's national teams of the Confederation of African Football (CAF).
Saudi Pro League: The top professional football league in Saudi Arabia, which has seen significant growth and investment in recent years.