Yassine Gessime is making a strong impression in Ligue 1, with the Moroccan international emerging as the league’s most successful dribbler after the opening five rounds of the 2026/27 season.
The Strasbourg winger has completed 18 successful dribbles from his first five league appearances, according to data cited by Squawka.
That figure puts him eight clear of the players immediately behind him, highlighting the impact his one-on-one ability has already had on Strasbourg’s attack.
Leading the Dribbling Charts
The 20-year-old currently sits at the top of Ligue 1’s successful dribbling rankings, with an eight-dribble advantage over Paris Saint-Germain’s Désiré Doué and Auxerre’s Lamine Sy, who have completed 10 each.
His ability to take on defenders has been one of the most noticeable features of his performances since the beginning of the campaign.
The trend was already visible after just two rounds, when Ligue 1’s official statistics credited him with eight successful dribbles from 14 attempts.
He has continued to build on that impressive start.
More Than Just a Dribbler
While his ability to beat defenders has attracted the most attention, his contribution extends across several statistical categories.
The Moroccan has been fouled 15 times, the second-highest total in Ligue 1, showing how frequently opponents have struggled to contain him.
He has also created five big chances, placing him fourth in the league after five rounds.
His defensive contribution has also been noticeable, with 30 possession recoveries putting him inside the league’s top 10 in that category.
A Strong Start in Front of Goal
The winger has also made his presence felt on the scoresheet.
Through his first five Ligue 1 appearances, he has registered two goals and one assist.
Both goals came in Strasbourg’s 2–1 victory over Lens in August, when the Moroccan scored his first professional brace.
The combination of dribbling, chance creation and direct goal involvement has made his start to the campaign particularly encouraging.
Harit Also Features Among Ligue 1’s Dribblers
The Strasbourg winger is not the only Moroccan attracting attention in Ligue 1’s dribbling statistics.
Amine Harit also features among the league’s leading players in this area, with eight successful dribbles according to the Squawka ranking cited by El Botola.
The Marseille midfielder continues to provide another creative outlet for his club, with his technical ability remaining one of the strengths of his game.
His presence alongside another Moroccan attacker gives Moroccan football another reason to follow the performances of its players in France.
A Rapid Rise at Strasbourg
The numbers underline how quickly the 20-year-old has established himself as an important attacking player at Strasbourg.
After moving into a regular starting role, the winger has responded with consistent displays built around direct running, confidence in one-on-one situations and an increasing influence in the final third.
That progress has also translated to the international level, where he is now part of Mohamed Ouahbi’s Morocco squad.
At just 20, he is already showing that he can compete statistically with some of Ligue 1’s most prominent attacking players.
A Growing Attacking Option for Morocco
Leading Ligue 1 in successful dribbles after five rounds highlights the progress being made by the young winger.
With 18 completed take-ons, two goals, one assist and strong numbers in several other areas, his early-season impact goes well beyond individual flair.
For Morocco, his continued development in France provides another dynamic attacking option as the Atlas Lions prepare for their next international challenges.