Senegal’s national team coach, Aliou Cissé, is set to unveil his roster for the upcoming friendly matches against Gabon and Benin on March 22 and March 26, respectively. However, Cissé has already provided some insights into the anticipated squad composition, acknowledging the leaked information circulating in the media.
In an interview with Sud FM on Thursday, Cissé confirmed the presence of Habib Diarra, the Strasbourg midfielder, in the squad.
Diarra, who holds three caps for the France Espoirs team, has opted to represent Senegal despite being called up by the U20 French team.
Cissé expressed his satisfaction with Diarra’s decision, highlighting the player’s talent and Senegalese heritage.
Cissé also hinted at the inclusion of Arouna Sangante, the central defender from Le Havre, among others like Amara Diouf. Sangante, who was expected to participate in the previous Africa Cup of Nations but faced obstacles, is likely to feature in the upcoming friendlies.
Cissé emphasized the importance of nurturing young talents for the future of the national team and sees these matches as an opportunity to showcase their potential.
Furthermore, Cissé confirmed the international retirement of Youssouf Sabaly at the age of 31. Sabaly, who has been plagued by injuries in recent years, has decided to focus on his club career with Betis.
Cissé respected Sabaly’s decision and thanked him for his contributions to the national team.
As Cissé prepares to announce the official squad, fans eagerly await the confirmation of the speculated players and anticipate an exciting lineup for the forthcoming fixtures.
The friendly matches against Gabon and Benin serve as crucial opportunities for Senegal to evaluate talent and build momentum ahead of future competitions.
