Paul Kessany
Gabonese footballer
Gabon
Midfielder
Paul Kessany: profile
Paul Kessany (born 16 April 1982 in Lambaréné, Gabon) is a retired Gabonese footballer who played as a midfielder.
Kessany made the step into senior football with USM Libreville in 1999. He played for 8 clubs in 5 countries since 1999. His most appearances came at FC Istres (2009–2011), where he made 46 appearances and scored 0 goals. Across all recorded club spells he totals 111 appearances and 4 goals.
At international level, Kessany represented Gabon (2002–present).
Lambaréné has produced 4 footballers in our database, including Etienne Bito'o, Nathanael Mbourou and Floriss Djave.
Key facts
- Senior international debut
- 2002 (aged about 20)
- Countries played in
- 5: Gabon, Spain, Georgia, Israel and France
- Club goals per game
- 0.04 (4 in 111)
- Height
- 176 cm — taller than 40% of Gabonese internationals on record
- Latest move
- AS Mangasport (2012)
- Shares a birthday with
- Taye Taiwo, Ramy Bensebaini and Ilias Akhomach (more)
Club career
| Years | Club | League | Apps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999–2006 | USM Libreville |
Gabon Championnat National D1 | – | – |
| 2006 | FC 105 Libreville |
Gabon Championnat National D1 | – | – |
| 2006–2007 | FC 105 Libreville |
Gabon Championnat National D1 | – | – |
| 2007 |  UE Rubí |
Segunda División B | – | – |
| 2007–2008 |  FC Zestaponi |
Erovnuli Liga | 29 | 3 |
| 2009 |  Ironi Kiryat Shmona F.C. |
Israeli Premier League | 13 | 0 |
| 2009–2011 |  FC Istres |
Championnat National 1 | 46 | 0 |
| 2011 | Hapoel Ramat Gan Giv'atayim F.C. |
Israeli Premier League | – | – |
| 2011–2012 | Hapoel Ramat Gan Giv'atayim F.C. |
Israeli Premier League | 23 | 1 |
| 2012– | AS Mangasport |
Gabon Championnat National D1 | – | – |
| Total | 111 | 4 |
Appearances and goals are league figures where recorded on Wikidata; “–” means not recorded.
International career
Frequently asked questions
How old is Paul Kessany?
Paul Kessany was born on 16 April 1982, which makes him 44 years old.
Where was Paul Kessany born?
Paul Kessany was born in Lambaréné, Gabon.
Which national team does Paul Kessany play for?
Paul Kessany played international football for Gabon.
Which clubs has Paul Kessany played for?
Paul Kessany's recorded clubs are USM Libreville, FC 105 Libreville, UE Rubí, FC Zestaponi, Ironi Kiryat Shmona F.C., FC Istres, Hapoel Ramat Gan Giv'atayim F.C. and AS Mangasport.
How tall is Paul Kessany?
Paul Kessany is 176 cm (5 ft 9 in) tall.
What position does Paul Kessany play?
Paul Kessany played as a midfielder.
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