The Senegalese newspapers in Dakar unanimously covered the arrival of Bruno Abdou Karim Metsu’s mortal remains for a final tribute before his burial in the Muslim cemetery of Dakar – Yoff. Here are the highlights from various newspapers:
- L’OBSERVATEUR:
- Headline: Arrival of the mortal remains of the former Lions coach, Metsu a sober return.
- The newspaper highlights the subdued arrival of Metsu’s remains without much fanfare, accompanied by family, authorities, and players from the 2002 generation.
- STADES:
- Headline: Farewell Coach.
- Confirms the sobriety of the reception of Metsu’s remains and mentions the emotional farewells from sensitive souls, including an inconsolable El Hadji Diouf.
- WAA SPORTS:
- Headline: Crowd and emotion at the arrival of Metsu’s body.
- Describes the scene of Senegalese people paying a final tribute with tears flowing freely upon the arrival of the remains.
- LA TRIBUNE:
- Headline: Coach Metsu’s last match.
- Depicts Metsu’s reception as that of a hero, reminiscent of 2002, with the generation of players who were with him still present for the final tribute.
- DIRECT INFO:
- Headline: The Lion Metsu finds his lair.
- Describes the reception of Metsu’s remains at the Léopold Sédar Senghor airport with a prevalent feeling of sadness.
- SOLEIL DES SPORTS:
- Headline: Emotion yesterday at the reception of Metsu’s remains.
- Discusses the emotional atmosphere during the reception of Metsu’s remains and reflects on Metsu’s winning legacy.
The newspapers collectively emphasize the subdued but emotionally charged reception of Metsu’s mortal remains, portraying it as a significant moment for Senegalese football and a tribute to a coach who left an indelible mark.
