Alain Giresse, the French coach of Senegal, expressed pride in his team’s performance against Ivory Coast in the second leg of the 2014 World Cup qualifiers, which ended in a 1-1 draw. Despite the commendable effort, Giresse voiced regrets about missed opportunities, stating, “Everything was done except the essential, which was to score several goals.”
The French technician acknowledged the emotional impact of the match on the team and players, describing it as the kind of match that leaves a lasting mark. Giresse also highlighted the absence of a home advantage, lamenting the inability to play in Dakar and be supported by a large crowd. He remarked, “To be pushed by 50,000 or 60,000 spectators would have been something else.”
As for Giresse’s future with the Senegal national team, it remains uncertain, and the coach’s continuation in his role will be subject to further developments.
