After two years of challenges, Kader Keita is seeing his career take a positive turn following a move to Budapest Honvéd in Hungary. The 39-year-old, who previously enjoyed successful stints with Lille and Lyon, remains optimistic about his future and his desire to represent the Ivory Coast once again, with hopes of featuring in the upcoming World Cup.
In an exclusive interview with Super Sport, Keita expressed confidence in his abilities, despite the long absence from top-level football. “The only thing I have confidence in is my talent,” he stated. “I haven’t lost any of my qualities in these two years. Yes, two years is a long time, but I am still the player I was.”
Keita’s passion for the Ivory Coast national team remains strong, and he continues to cherish the opportunity to wear the Elephants jersey. “I always think about my country and the national team. We play football to raise the flag of our country high,” he said. “If the coach calls on me, I will be ready. I’m a fighter, and the World Cup in Brazil is a challenge I would love to be part of.”
As the 2026 World Cup looms just months away, Keita’s ambitions remain clear. Despite the odds, the veteran winger is hopeful that his resurgence in Hungary could provide the opportunity for a return to international duty. His determination to defy the challenges of time and injuries offers a glimmer of hope for those who believe in his enduring talent.
With the World Cup starting in under two months, Keita’s dreams of wearing the national team jersey once more may not be as far-fetched as they seem. The possibility of his inclusion in the Elephants’ squad will surely fuel the excitement of both Keita and his supporters, eager to see the former star take the stage once again on the world’s biggest footballing platform.
