Senegal’s local Lions have made strategic reinforcements ahead of their crucial second-leg CHAN 2025 qualifier against Liberia, set to take place on Saturday at 5:00 p.m. local time at the Abdoulaye Wade Stadium.
The first leg in Monrovia ended in a 1-1 draw, exposing a notable weakness in Senegal’s lineup: the absence of a specialist right-back.
Seeking to address this and add depth to the attacking line, head coach Souleymane Diallo has introduced two new players to the squad.
Defensive Strengthening with Daouda Ba
To solidify the defense, Daouda Ba, a right-back from Dakar Sacré-Cœur, has been called up.
Ba is no stranger to the team, having previously participated in training camps with the local Lions.
His inclusion is seen as a critical move to patch the defensive gaps that Liberia exploited during the first leg.
Attacking Boost with Moussa Diallo
In attack, Moussa Diallo from Wallydaan joins the squad. The forward has impressed this season, netting three goals for his club and earning prior call-ups to the national team.
His addition aims to bring more firepower to Senegal’s frontline as they prepare to break the deadlock and secure a decisive win.
Expanded Squad
With these reinforcements, Senegal’s squad now comprises 23 players, up from the 21 who traveled to Monrovia.
The expanded roster reflects Diallo’s commitment to ensuring the team has the necessary tools to dominate in Saturday’s high-stakes encounter.
Final Preparations
The local Lions will hold their final training session on Friday, fine-tuning their tactics and addressing areas of improvement identified during the first-leg match.
Victory in this tie will be crucial for Senegal as they aim to secure a spot in the CHAN 2025 finals, an opportunity to showcase the depth and talent of their locally based players.
