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Ismaël Koné

Ismaël Kenneth Jordan Koné is a Canadian professional soccer player who plays as a midfielder for Serie A club Sassuolo.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 27, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Ismaël Kenneth Jordan Koné is a Canadian professional soccer player who plays as a midfielder for Serie A club Sassuolo. Born in Abidjan, Ivory Coast, he represents the Canada national team and has also played club soccer in Canada, England, and France.

Early life

Koné was born in Abidjan, Ivory Coast, and moved to Montréal as a child. Canada Soccer says he grew up in Montréal and speaks French and English.

Club career

Koné began his professional career with CF Montréal before moving to Europe. He later played for Watford and Marseille before joining Sassuolo.

International career

Koné represents Canada at the senior level. Canada Soccer says he was part of Canada’s squad at the 2022 FIFA World Cup and also featured at the 2024 Copa América.

Playing style

Koné is listed primarily as a central midfielder. He is also described by football databases as having been used in defensive and attacking midfield roles.

Key facts

  • Born in Ivory Coast, Koné grew up in Montréal, Quebec.
  • He plays as a midfielder for Sassuolo in Italy’s Serie A.
  • He is a senior international for Canada.
  • He has played club football in Canada, England, and France.
  • He was part of Canada’s squad at the 2022 FIFA World Cup.
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Canadian context

Koné is a Canada men’s national team midfielder and a notable example of a player who developed in Montréal before moving to European club football.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Ismaël Koné?
He is a Canadian professional soccer player who plays as a midfielder for Sassuolo and for the Canada national team.
Where was Ismaël Koné born?
He was born in Abidjan, Ivory Coast.
What position does Ismaël Koné play?
He is primarily a midfielder, often listed as a central midfielder.
Which clubs has Ismaël Koné played for?
He has played for CF Montréal, Watford, Marseille, and Sassuolo.
Does Ismaël Koné play for Canada?
Yes. He is a senior international for the Canada national team.

References

  1. Canada Soccer — https://www.canadasoccer.com/profile/55656/ismael-kone/
    Supports: Birthplace, upbringing in Montréal, languages, international team, and national-team tournament involvement.
  2. ESPN — https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/325001/ismael-kone
    Supports: Current club, position, height, birth date, and nationality.
  3. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Isma%C3%ABl_Kon%C3%A9
    Supports: Full name, birth details, current club, and national-team representation.
  4. MLSsoccer.com — https://www.mlssoccer.com/players/ismael-kone/
    Supports: CF Montréal career details and player bio information.