Senegal Coach Hopes AFCON Final Not Mane's Last Game Amid Retirement Speculations
Senegal's coach, Pape Thiaw, expressed hope that the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) final against Morocco would not mark Sadio Mane's last appearance in the tournament. Mane, a former Liverpool star, has been pivotal in Senegal's success, scoring the winning goal in the semi-final against Egypt.
Thiaw emphasized Mane's importance to the team and the country, despite rumors of his potential retirement following the upcoming World Cup. The Senegalese team faced challenges upon arrival in Morocco, with concerns raised about security, accommodation, and training facilities.
Despite this, Thiaw remains focused on securing Senegal's first-ever AFCON title.
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