Marc-Elie Kouassi is a young French back-row forward who came through the Stade Toulousain academy.
Kouassi has already achieved some notable results with Toulouse's youth sides. He was a French Cadets and Crabos runner-up, reaching national finals in both age groups. He subsequently moved into the Espoirs setup, where he has continued to develop as a back-rower.
ouassi has represented France U18, earning a selection against Georgia in a preparation match ahead of the 2025 Festival des Six Nations.
He was also included in France's 44-player preliminary squad for the 2026 World Rugby U20 Championship, although he did not make the final tournament squad.
On 27 September 2026, he was named on the bench against Montpellier in Round 4 of the Top 14, wearing No. 20. It was his first senior matchday squad selection.
Career
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Toulouse Blindside Flanker |
2026 - present |
