The Senegal National Football Team has recently announced its squad for the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). The team, known as the Lions of Teranga, is one of the favorites to win the tournament and has a strong lineup of talented players.
Head coach Aliou Cissé has carefully selected a group of players who will represent Senegal with pride and determination. The squad consists of a mix of experienced veterans and promising young talents, all of whom have shown their skills and commitment to the national team.
# | Full Name | Club | Club Country |
1 | Seny timothy Dieng | Middlesbrough FC | England |
2 | Formose Mendy | FC LORIENT | France |
3 | Kalidou Koulibaly | AL-HILAL FC | Saudi Arabia |
4 | Abdoulaye Seck | MACCABI HAIFA | Israel |
5 | Idrissa gana Gueye | EVERTON FC | England |
6 | Dion Lopy | U.D. ALMERIA | Spain |
7 | Nicolas Jackson | CHELSEA FC | England |
8 | Cheikhou Kouyate | Nottingham Forest | England |
9 | Boulaye Dia | SALERNITANA | Italy |
10 | Sadio Mane | AL NASSR | Saudi Arabia |
11 | Ismaila pathe Ciss | RAYO VALLECANO | Spain |
12 | Fode Ballo | FULHAM | England |
13 | Iliman cheikh baroy Ndiaye | Marseille | France |
14 | Ismail joshua Jackobs | AS MONACO | France |
15 | Krepin Diatta | AS MONACO | France |
16 | Edouard Mendy | al ahli | Saudi Arabia |
17 | Pape matar Sarr | TOTTENHAM | England |
18 | Ismaila Sarr | Marseille | France |
19 | Moussa Niakhate | Nottingham Forest | England |
20 | Mouhamadou habibou Diallo | Al Shabab | Saudi Arabia |
21 | Lamine Camara | FC METZ | France |
22 | Abdou lakhad Diallo | AL Arabi | Qatar |
23 | Mory Diaw | Clermont Ferrand | France |
24 | Noah Fadiga | GAND | Belgium |
25 | Abdoulaye niakhate Ndiaye | FC TROYES | France |
26 | Youssouf Sabaly | BETIS SEVILLE | Spain |
27 | Pape abou Cisse | Adana Demirspor | Turkey |
28 | Ousseynou Ba | Istanbul Basakshir FK | Turkey |
29 | Seydou Sano | AL GHARAFA SC | Qatar |
30 | Amigo alfred junior Gomis | FC LORIENT | France |
31 | Cheikh tidiane Sidibe | Azam Football Club | Tanzania |
32 | Mamadou Sane | ARIS LIMASSOL | Cyprus |
33 | Joseph Romeric Lopy | Angers S.C.O | France |
34 | Moustapha Name | Pafos FC | Cyprus |
35 | Mamadou lamine Camara | RS BERKANE | Morocco |
36 | Cheikh ahmadou bamba Dieng | FC LORIENT | France |
37 | Famara Diedhiou | GRENADA CF | Spain |
38 | Abdallah Dipo sima | RANGERS FC | Scotland |
39 | Demba Seck | Torino |
Leading the team is the renowned forward Sadio Mané, who plays for Liverpool in the English Premier League. Mané is widely regarded as one of the best players in the world and will be a key figure in Senegal’s quest for AFCON glory. His speed, agility, and goal-scoring ability make him a formidable opponent for any defense.
Joining Mané in the attacking line is Ismaila Sarr, who currently plays for Watford in the English Championship. Sarr’s technical skills and ability to create scoring opportunities will be crucial for Senegal’s success in the tournament. Alongside them is Keita Baldé, a talented winger who plays for Sampdoria in Serie A. Baldé’s pace and dribbling skills make him a constant threat to opposing defenses.
In the midfield, Senegal boasts a strong lineup with players like Idrissa Gueye, who plays for Paris Saint-Germain in Ligue 1. Gueye’s defensive abilities and ball-winning skills provide a solid foundation for the team. He will be supported by the creative talents of Nampalys Mendy, who plays for Leicester City in the English Premier League.
The defense is anchored by Kalidou Koulibaly, a highly regarded center-back who plays for Napoli in Serie A. Koulibaly’s strength, positioning, and leadership qualities make him a vital component of Senegal’s backline. Alongside him is Youssouf Sabaly, a versatile full-back who plays for Bordeaux in Ligue 1.
In goal, Senegal will rely on the experienced hands of Edouard Mendy, who plays for Chelsea in the English Premier League. Mendy’s shot-stopping abilities and composure under pressure will be crucial in keeping the opposition at bay.
While these are just a few of the standout players in the squad, the entire team is filled with talent and potential. The Lions of Teranga have a strong team spirit and a collective desire to bring glory to their nation. With a combination of skill, determination, and teamwork, Senegal is poised to make a deep run in the AFCON tournament.
Senegal has a rich footballing history and has come close to winning the AFCON title in the past. The team’s success in recent years, including reaching the final of the 2019 AFCON, has raised expectations and hopes among the Senegalese fans. The announcement of the squad has only heightened the excitement and anticipation for the tournament.
The AFCON tournament will provide an opportunity for the Senegal National Football Team to showcase their talent on the international stage. The players are determined to make their country proud and bring home the coveted AFCON trophy.
As the tournament approaches, football fans around the world will be eagerly watching the Senegal National Football Team and cheering them on in their quest for AFCON success.