Senegal: Injury Crisis Deepens Ahead of Crucial Tunisia Clash
Alain Giresse is growing increasingly concerned as injuries continue to mount in the Lions of Teranga camp. Following their goalless draw against Tunisia at the Stade Léopold Sédar Senghor, Senegal’s head coach faces a potential selection headache ahead of the crucial Matchday 4 encounter in Monastir next Wednesday.
The French tactician revealed that three more key players could miss the upcoming match:
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Kara Mbodj (KRC Genk) — Already sent to the hospital after being forced off early due to illness.
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Moussa Sow (Fenerbahçe) — Doubtful after showing signs of discomfort.
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Salif Sané (Hannover 96) — Came off injured and will undergo further assessment.
“We’re facing a cascade of injuries,” lamented Giresse at the post-match press conference. “It started even before the squad was finalized. Now, we might have three players who won’t be fit for the return leg. It’s a difficult situation to live with.”
With both Senegal and Tunisia tied on 7 points at the top of Group G, the upcoming clash in Monastir could be decisive. Giresse stressed that the players’ physical conditions will be assessed carefully before the match, but admitted the injury situation was “unpleasant and regrettable.”
