El Hadji Diouf Tips Senegal for Nations Cup Glory

By Daily Sports on July 14, 2019

El Hadji Diouf was a core figure in the team that helped Senegal to their two last Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) semi-finals in 2002 and 2006. The Lions of Teranga came inches close to their first ever continental title in 2002, but fell short in the final.

Diouf, and current coach Alliou Cisse were among the players who saw their spot-kicks saved in the 3-2 post-match penalties loss to Cameroon after a 0-0 draw in regulation time.

Diouf has challenged the current team, led by European champion Sadio Mane to go for it and give joy to the people of Senegal.

“Football is so crazy but what I always say we are Senegal! We have good players and we have the perseverance and experience to win games. We need to just keep going, keep playing our football and see what we can achieve at the end of it. I know we can do something,” said Diouf, a two time African footballer of the year.

“I think so far we have shown in the tournament that we are a good team. We need to keep going and just doing what we do best. Now is the time to focus on the semis and give our best,” he added.

He believes that the current Senegalese team, rated top in Africa in the FIFA Rankings has what it takes to tackle any opponent and says they do not have a bit of fear in them.

Senegal faces 2004 winners Tunisia in Sunday’s semi-final at the June 30 Stadium, the same pitch where they played all their group stage matches and they hope for the same good omen to continue. (CAF Online)

•Photo shows El Hadji Diouf 

Source Daily Sports

Posted July 14, 2019


 

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